Teams at Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Supports Acadia’s contracts group by reviewing, revising, drafting, negotiating, tracking, executing, and filing commercial agreements. Coordinates with legal counsel and business stakeholders, evaluates terms against company policies and master agreements, prepares legal documents, maintains contract records, and supports contract-related projects. The role requires extensive contracts paralegal experience, contract management system proficiency, and strong Microsoft Office skills in a high-volume biopharmaceutical environment.

Provides advanced administrative support to senior leaders, managing complex calendars, travel, meetings, events, reports, presentations, expenses, contracts, purchase orders, and departmental budgets. Coordinates cross-functional initiatives, handles confidential information, and supports operational priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Leads Acadia’s global tax function, overseeing tax planning, accounting, compliance, transfer pricing, R&D tax credits, indirect taxes, audits, and tax forecasting. Partners with executive leadership, Finance, R&D, legal, auditors, and external advisors to manage risk, support international expansion, improve processes, and optimize tax outcomes. Directs a high-performing tax organization and ensures accurate reporting, SOX controls, regulatory compliance, and effective tax strategies globally.