Counsel – CDMO

FUJIFILM Corporation

. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, supply, development, manufacturing and services agreements, quality-related agreements, licenses, and NDAs .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeMorrisville • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $135,000 - $187,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, with a strong focus on life sciences and CDMO operations. Proficient in legal risk assessment, compliance, and the use of modern legal technologies to enhance contract management and collaboration.

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Juris Doctor DegreeCommercial Contracting ExperienceLegal Technology ProficiencyNegotiation SkillsLife Sciences Regulatory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Drafting AgreementsNegotiating ContractsLegal Risk AssessmentIntellectual Property ProvisionsContract Lifecycle ManagementData Privacy ComplianceGMP InterfacesMulti-Jurisdictional ContractingAnalytical Problem SolvingBusiness Acumen

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingAttention to DetailAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Document Management SystemsE-Signature PlatformsCollaboration ToolsContract Lifecycle Management ToolsEmerging Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Admitted to U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

CDMOLife SciencesPharmaceuticalBiotechnologyHealthcareComplianceAnti-BriberyCompetition LawConfidentiality AgreementsQuality Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, supply, development, manufacturing and services agreements, quality-related agreements, licenses, and NDAs
Advise Commercial, Program Management, and other business teams on legal and contractual issues arising from customer collaborations, bids, and ongoing programs
Identify legal, regulatory, and business risks relevant to CDMO and life-sciences operations and recommend practical mitigation strategies
Manage an assigned caseload, prioritize work based on business need, risk, and deadlines, and communicate status and recommendations
Advise on non-contentious intellectual property provisions, including licenses, background and foreground IP, know-how, and related allocation issues
Prepare briefings and practical recommendations for business colleagues and management
Develop and improve templates, playbooks, guidance, and contracting standards across FLBG
Develop and deliver legal training for business stakeholders
Support legal-process and technology improvements, including contract lifecycle management, document management, data insights, and responsible use of emerging technologies
Coordinate with internal subject-matter experts and authorized outside counsel on specialized legal matters
Support dispute avoidance and resolution and provide ancillary legal support to HR, EHS, Quality, Capital Projects, and Compliance
Collaborate with legal, compliance, and business colleagues in the United States, United Kingdom, Denmark, and across the global FUJIFILM organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

College degree and Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; academic honors preferred
Admitted in good standing to at least one U.S. state bar; North Carolina admission preferred
3-8 years of relevant experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or a combination of both, preferably supporting CDMO, life-sciences, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or health-care businesses
Strong commercial-contracting background with demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex services, development, manufacturing, supply, licensing, and confidentiality agreements
Sound judgment and ability to resolve issues independently within established frameworks while recognizing when escalation or specialist input is required
Strong negotiation, written communication, and presentation skills
Pragmatic, analytical, and customer-focused problem solving
Ability to manage a substantial workload, prioritize critical matters, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, global, and matrixed environment
Familiarity with legal and compliance topics relevant to life sciences, such as GMP interfaces, data privacy, competition, anti-bribery, and pharmaceutical regulation, preferred
Familiarity with international contracting and multi-jurisdictional issues, preferred
Proficiency with modern legal technology, including document management, e-signature, collaboration platforms, and contract lifecycle management tools
Willingness to explore responsible uses of AI and emerging technologies
Business acumen and sound professional judgment
Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and influencing skills
Effective negotiation and clear communication
Planning, prioritization, follow-through, and attention to detail
Collaboration across functions, cultures, and geographies
Appropriate autonomy, adaptability, and a strong work ethic
Integrity, results orientation, and cost consciousness

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off