Akebia Therapeutics - Cambridge, MA
posted 2 months ago
At Akebia Therapeutics, we are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). As a Senior Corporate and IP Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting our legal and compliance team in various aspects of corporate governance and intellectual property management. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with a dynamic team and contribute to the legal framework that supports our innovative therapeutics aimed at setting new standards of care for kidney disease patients. In this role, you will assist in the preparation and review of essential Board and committee materials, including agendas, minutes, resolutions, and written consents. You will also maintain corporate minute books and ensure compliance with governance policies and Committee charters. Your responsibilities will extend to managing state qualifications for the company and its subsidiaries, which includes filing annual reports and licenses, as well as preparing and maintaining all state Board of Pharmacy licenses. You will be responsible for IP docketing and deadlines, monitoring and updating information on all domestic and international IP cases in the IP docket database, and generating necessary reports. Additionally, you will assist in the collection of supporting documents for IP prosecution, including powers of attorney and IP assignments. Your role will also involve supporting financing and business development transactions, assisting with corporate diligence, and maintaining the data room. Furthermore, you will help organize and maintain contracts in our contracts database, ensuring that all legal documentation is accurate and up-to-date. This position requires a proactive individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicate with various stakeholders across the organization. You will report directly to the SVP, Legal & General Counsel, and will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of business and legal issues within a commercial-stage biotech company.