Junior Contract Attorney

R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Junior Contract Attorney in Bridgewater, NJ.

Your main responsibilities as a Junior Contract Attorney:

• Contract Review and Analysis: Conduct initial review and analysis of a variety of commercial agreements, including NDAs, vendor agreements, service contracts, and standard form contracts.
• Deviation Identification: Identify and flag non-standard terms, risks, or deviations from company playbooks and established policies.
• Approval Process Management: Oversee the internal contract approval workflow, ensuring all necessary stakeholders (e.g., finance, procurement, senior legal counsel) review and sign off on documentation in a timely manner.
• Documentation and Maintenance: Ensure accurate filing and maintenance of executed contracts and relevant documentation within the contract management system.
• Legal Support: Serve as a primary legal escalation point for guidance from paralegal staff regarding contracts.

What we are looking for in a Junior Contract Attorney:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership and good standing with at least one state bar.
• 1-5 years of legal experience (post-bar admission) with demonstrable experience or coursework in contract drafting, review, or management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong emphasis on precision and clarity.
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical insurance – PPO, HMO &
• Dental & Vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Expense reimbursement
• Online timecard approval

Pay Scale:

$59,421 – $74,285 Dependent on Experience)

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.

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