[Hiring] Contracts Specialist @Cogent Biosciences

Role Description

The Contracts Specialist will assist Legal team members with responsibilities relating to contract lifecycle operations, including contract initiation, negotiation, and administration. This role will work with internal stakeholders across the company and external partners. The position will report to the Senior Contracts Manager.

• Prepare, draft, and negotiate assigned contracts, including CDAs/NDAs, SOWs, Task Orders, and Order Forms, ensuring all terms and conditions are clear, compliant, and aligned with company policies and legal requirements, escalating complex issues to senior staff.
• Coordinate acceptance and signature processes with appropriate signatories.
• Maintain contract records and track key information in the company’s contract lifecycle management platform, ensuring all contracts are accurately tracked, updated, and accessible for review.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding contract-related inquiries and status updates.
• Assist with onboarding of company personnel to contracting SOPs and platforms including providing ongoing training and support across departments on contracting processes and best practices.
• Support development and maintenance of contracts guidance documentation.
• Participate in internal strategic initiatives and projects as assigned. May be asked to support other tasks and projects.

Qualifications

• Proficient with using Agiloft Contracts Lifecycle Management platform.
• A bachelor’s degree in a field related to this position or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in contracts administration, and/or legal-related experience, with contracts.
• Team player – willingness to get the job done for the team and pitch in when needed.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• In-depth analytical skills to dissect, interpret, and effectively manage contract clauses.
• Resilience in handling unexpected demands and sudden changes in contract negotiations and workflows.
• Ability to complete daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Proven capability to balance multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work with teams and individuals of varying working styles, customizing approaches based on dynamics and situational needs, including working in a virtual environment.
• This is primarily a remote role; however, the candidate must be able to attend on-site monthly team meetings and other activities, as needed.

Requirements

• Salary Range: $95,000 - 110,000 USD
• Target Bonus: 10%
• Exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, bonus, and ongoing stock awards.
• 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your family.
• Funding up to 75% of in-network deductibles.
• 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
• Generous paid time off.
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Paid family and medical leave for all employees regardless of location.
• Company-paid short-term disability coverage for up to 20 weeks.
• Wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and inclusive family-forming support.

Company Description

Cogent Biosciences is a publicly traded biotechnology company focused on developing novel precision therapies to treat a broad range of patients with unmet medical needs. Cogent’s lead program, bezuclastinib, is designed to selectively and potently inhibit exon 17 mutations found within the KIT receptor tyrosine kinase, including KIT D816V.