Associate Director, Contracts

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Contracts to refine and scale our contracting operations and review as we prepare for a potential drug launch. This role will own the full contract lifecycle process—from intake and template selection through, execution and post‑execution management, including negotiating certain agreements independently. This is a highly visible, customer‑service‑oriented role that will serve as the internal subject‑matter expert and trainer for Amylyx’s contract lifecycle management system (CLMS). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract management and negotiation within the life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry and thrive in a fast‑moving, evolving environment.

Contract Management & Operations

• Optimize and implement contracting processes and best practices, ensuring efficient workflows, compliance, and continuity across teams.
• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle for a broad set of contracts, e.g. services, confidentiality, research collaborations, and other commercial or operational contracts.
• Maintain the contract management system and repository, including metadata accuracy, key date tracking, renewal management, obligation monitoring, tags, parties and reporting.
• Partner closely with internal stakeholders (Legal, Compliance, Finance, Procurement, Clinical, Commercial, and other business partners) to ensure contract terms align with business and compliance needs.
• Develop, update, and maintain contract templates and playbooks in partnership with Legal advisors.
• Develop and maintain CLMS training materials and provide new hire and refresher training sessions as well as ad hoc support.
• Establish and track contracting KPIs, dashboards, and metrics to provide visibility into system performance and contracting volume.
• Partner with the IT Administrator to drive continuous contracting process improvements, including identifying opportunities to streamline workflows through automation and the use of Artificial Intelligence tools.

Contract Review & Negotiation

• Prepare and negotiate agreements independently or escalate non-standard terms to manager with potential positions.
• Develop and maintain contract templates and playbooks.

• Bachelor’s degree required; JD or Paralegal Certification preferred.
• 8+years of experience in contract management and with CLM system(s); experience independently negotiating contracts.
• Strong ability to prioritize, independently manage workload, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a focus on customer service and excellent attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and build strong internal relationships.
• Aligned with a patient‑focused mission and able to uphold the highest standards of integrity.

• Experience with LinkSquares contract lifecycle management system.
• Demonstrated experience applying AI tools to contract review or process optimization.
• Industry experience in biotech, pharma, or life sciences.

• At Amylyx, we proudly support remote work opportunities within the United States. However, due to business considerations candidates must be able to attend meetings at our office in Cambridge, MA on a regular basis.  Preference will be given to candidates who reside in the New England region and can be in person on an as needed basis.
• When working remotely, you must have access to a work setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at your remote location.

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Amylyx’s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment. Accommodations are available for candidates who require them in our selection process. If you need an accommodation, please let your Amylyx Talent Acquisition contact know.

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