Senior Associate Paralegal NB50227395 Thousand Oaks

Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN), a biotechnology pioneer, discovers, develops and delivers innovative human therapeutics. Our medicines have helped millions of patients in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses. With a deep and broad pipeline of potential new medicines, we continue to advance science to serve patients.POSITION SUMMARYThe Clinical Paralegal provides negotiations support to the global clinical development operations functions of the company.ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES• Work closely with attorneys and team members to provide paralegal support on a wide array of clinical contracting issues• Draft and negotiate clinical contracts and budgets within guidelines provided by attorneys and clients• Proactively follow up with clients and external parties from the time they receive the request through resolution or execution to ensure shortest cycle times• Escalate contracting delays and issues to lead paralegals or attorneys as appropriate• Prioritize and follow through on a high volume of client requests • Resolve client requests in a professional and timely manner, escalating as necessary• Perform research on laws, regulations, and industry developments affecting the development and commercialization of pharmaceutical/biotechnology products, and contracting, as needed• Understand and comply with all relevant procedures and policiesEducation: • Bachelor's Degree or completion of an ABA approved paralegal or legal assistant program or AA degree and equivalent work experienceExperience: • 5-7 years of experience in a paralegal role Required skills: • Strong verbal and written communication skills• Strong interpersonal skills• Ability to prioritize work and meet goals and deadlines• Ability to exercise thoughtful judgment and discretion in a high pressure environment• Ability to multitask• Strong negotiation skills• Attention to detail• Ability to participate effectively on teams• Ability to understand and work within defined workstreams• Experience with using standard office software• Ability to learn specialized computer programs (e.g. work flow/tracking programs, contract approval programs)Preferred skills: • Clinical trial related experience• Experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry, or regulatory law• Strong computer literacy and expertise with Microsoft Office Amgen is the leading human therapeutics company in the biotechnology industry. Our mission is to serve patients. We foster a culture of innovation, using our expertise in advanced science and technology to find new and better medicines to fight serious illness. For more information about Amgen, our visionary science, and our powerful medicines, visit: www.amgen.com Company: Amgen Inc Location: Thousand Oaks, CA 91319 Job Category: Legal Reference Code: 50227395