Privacy & Transactions Director

Our mission is to develop therapies that empower the immune system to combat neurodegeneration and our team is focused on developing treatments for some of the most challenging diseases facing our society. We are supported in this mission by experienced and accomplished scientists and clinicians, a novel portfolio of programs, leading healthcare investors, and pharma company partners, who share in our commitment to bettering the lives of patients and realizing a world where we make brain disorders history 

We are seeking an experienced and collaborative attorney to join our dynamic team dedicated to fulfilling Alector’s important mission! You will be a key member of the legal team in supporting our groundbreaking neurodegenerative research, robust clinical pipeline, and strategic collaborations with leading pharma companies. You will help manage Alector’s privacy and compliance programs, and handle transactional matters for teams across various company functions. By collaborating directly with business groups to build, strategize, implement, and continue to improve our privacy program. You will assist business partners across the company to assess and handle complex compliance risks. Working closely with business and legal colleagues, you will draft and negotiate agreements that meet Alector’s business and strategic objectives while mitigating risk. In your role, you will advise decision makers and engage in projects, activities and transactions that are central to meeting Alector’s goals. As the company evolves, you will be involved in preparing for the company’s future, managing its evolving risks, and taking on new responsibilities. Your input and experience will be appreciated and sought out to contribute to Alector’s success.

You will apply your existing legal skills in handling compliance/risk management, privacy, and transactional matters, while learning new skills and playing a key role in the growth of the company. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is seeking exposure to a wide range of legal issues and challenges that they will proactively address with the support of a diverse and experienced legal team. We seek an adaptable, curious, and customer-oriented individual who will thrive at a nimble and flexible public company in pursuit of its mission! 

• Strategizing with business partners on how best to handle legal issues, identify risks, and together with decision makers, develop pragmatic solutions in the areas of privacy (including GDPR) and healthcare compliance
• Contracting across multiple functions, including drafting and negotiating agreements to advance critical Alector programs
• Developing efficient processes/procedures to implement business solutions that manage legal risks and enable business success
• Collaborating with other members of the Legal Team to develop policies and trainings that increase efficiency and consistency on a company-wide basis
• Assisting on other projects as needed as a member of our highly collaborative legal team 

• Desire to have a positive impact on unmet medical needs in neurodegenerative diseases at a dynamic company dedicated to developing treatments for these diseases.
• Demonstrated ability to (i) identify, understand and digest complex business and legal matters typical of a clinical-stage biotech company, (ii) propose solutions that balance business objectives and risk mitigation, and (iii) communicate legal analyses and potential solutions clearly and concisely to enable efficient and effective decision-making.
• Demonstrated expertise with GDPR, CPRA and other privacy-related matters
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating a broad range of agreements in support of diverse biotech company functions
• Experience working on compliance audits/risk management plans is a plus
• A positive “can-do” attitude and goal-oriented approach. Effective collaborations are a must!
• JD degree from an accredited law school with membership in good standing with a state bar, with the ability to practice law in-house in California
• 5 or more years of experience as a corporate attorney in a pharmaceutical/biotech legal department and/or a law firm supporting pharmaceutical/biotech clients
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to positively influence decision-making at all levels
• Ability to work independently/proactively and as part of a team
• Excellent business judgment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to manage outside counsel 

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At Alector, our vision is bold, people are our priority, and our values are at the core of everything we do. Our dynamic and flexible environment encourages our teams to experiment, take ownership of decisions, and question convention to solve complex problems. We value shared wins, perseverance, and a growth mindset, which drives us forward, together.  

Alector was named on Fortune’s "Best Workplaces in Biopharma" top list for small and medium-sized companies for the third consecutive year! And we moved up from #16 to #11 in 2022.  

Among the things you'll discover at Alectorfrom your very first day are our committed and driven colleagues, a bold company vision, and new, modern offices designed to inspire innovation and collaboration in South San Francisco, right at the heart of Biotech Bay. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed around Alectorians and their loved ones and include flexible hybrid work options, competitive compensation, and comprehensive and unique benefits that enhance your health and well-being. Come join us! 

We believe that hard-working teams include people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences who can challenge each other’s assumptions with fresh perspectives and bring creative ideas to the table. We are committed to building an open, diverse, and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.  

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.