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Associate Corporate Counsel - Commercial

Exelixis
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, Alameda
Jan 13, 2026
SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE: Exelixis is seeking an Associate Corporate Counsel - Commercial to join the Commercial Legal team. This person will be an integral member of the Legal Department and will have the opportunity to operate both independently and as a member of a team in a dynamic environment. The attorney in this position will support and work collaboratively with the Commercial Department, providing transactional support and legal advice to the Marketing, Sales, Market Access, and Strategy & Analytics teams. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Draft, revise, negotiate and manage a wide range of contracts, which may include, but are not limited to, purchase and distribution agreements, master services agreements, PBM agreements, consulting/professional services agreements, and statements of work. Advise and troubleshoot on existing agreements. Identify risks and be able to communicate those risks to appropriate internal decision-makers for discussion and resolution. Liaise with various internal clients effectively to address legal and business questions. Ensure contracts accurately convey business terms while protecting Exelixis' interests. Ensure continuity and improvement in the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of contracting systems, processes, and procedures. Support the ongoing development of templates and playbooks in your area of support in collaboration with other Legal Department team members. Handle a broad variety of miscellaneous legal tasks on an as needed basis. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Education:a JD degree required with 2 years of related experience; or Must be admitted to practice, preferably in California BS/BA degree; optimally in life sciences or a related field. Equivalent combination of education and years of experience. Experience: Two to four years of relevant transactional experience as an attorney in a law firm or in-house legal environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Possesses executive presence and ability to interact comfortably with executives and senior management, clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, and must have excellent interpersonal communication skills. Ability to implement organizational or team objectives. Ability to develop creative technical and/or business solutions for complex problems and implement organizational or team objectives. Must be efficient, detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and with the ability to re-prioritize on short time frames. Acts responsibly and conscientiously. Works under pressure to meet specific deadlines. Works independently and in a team environment. Dedicated to quality, reliability, and highest professional standards in all work tasks. Must be a self-starter and quick learner. Must have good judgment. Requires strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Document Comparison programs, etc.). Work Environment/Physical Demands: Our office is a modern, open-plan space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace. Infrequent travel may be required. #LI-HG1 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this positionis $182,000 - $259,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate's geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors. In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year. DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.