Vice President, Legal Operations

The posting, as Amylyx Pharmaceuticals wrote it

Amylyx has an audacious mission to usher in a new era for treating diseases with high unmet needs. Where others see challenges, we see opportunities that we pursue with urgency, rigorous science, and unwavering commitment to the communities we serve. We are a clinical-stage company currently focused on post-bariatric hypoglycemia (PBH), Wolfram syndrome, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Our mission is powered by our people. Our core values – be audacious, be curious, be authentic, be engaged, and be accountable – creating a culture of caring. Amylyx has assembled an experienced team ready to take action because the communities we serve have no time to wait. If you share our passion and are determined to tackle some of medicine’s toughest problems, we encourage you to read the opportunity below and apply.

The Opportunity

The Vice President, Legal Operations is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the company's legal operations, contracting function, strategic transactions, and legal support for corporate growth initiatives. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, this role serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, partnering closely with finance, business development, and functional leaders to enable business objectives while effectively managing legal and operational risk.

In a dynamic biotechnology environment, the Vice President, Legal Operations will provide practical, business-focused legal guidance across a broad range of operational processes and systems, with an initial focus on strengthening and scaling the Company’s contracting operations. The Vice President, Legal Operations will also support strategic transactions and initiatives, including potential partnering agreements, licensing transactions, and targeted acquisitions, as well as other organizational transformation efforts. The ideal candidate combines strong legal expertise with operational excellence, exceptional business acumen, and experience supporting change management and organizational growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the company's contracting function, including developing scalable contracting processes, templates, policies, and governance frameworks to improve efficiency and manage risk.
• Serve as the lead legal advisor for strategic transactions, including strategically structuring and negotiating transactions, leading due diligence to assess risk and mitigation strategies, and supporting post-transaction integration efforts.
• Develop a vision for a best-in-class, future-fit legal and compliance function that appropriately leverages technology, including artificial intelligence.
• Establish legal operations best practices across the Legal and Compliance department, including matter management, budgeting, use of systems and technology, and outside counsel oversight.
• Partner with executive leadership to support organizational growth, transformation initiatives, and strategic business changes, including driving stakeho

[…]
compensation for this role, based on market data and internal benchmarks. The final offer may vary depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as considerations of internal equity.

Base salary is one component of Amylyx’s total rewards package. In addition to competitive base pay, eligible employees may receive annual performance-based bonuses and equity awards, providing an opportunity to share in the company’s long-term success. Amylyx also offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees.

Estimated Pay Range
$321,000 — $361,000 USD

To stay connected with us, follow Amylyx Pharmaceuticals on LinkedIn .

To return to our website please click here .

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.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.