Senior Counsel - Legal

Be part of something bigger at Minaris — where every role contributes to creating hope for patients around the world. As a global leader in cell and gene therapy development, manufacturing, and testing, we turn breakthrough science into real-world treatments that change lives. Our team of over 1,000 experts across North America, Europe, and Asia has helped bring transformative therapies to market.

At Minaris, you’ll join a purpose-driven community focused on innovation, collaboration, and patient impact. Whether you’re in the lab, in the cleanroom, or behind the scenes, your work will directly support life-saving therapies and make a lasting difference. If you're passionate about advancing cutting-edge science and believe in the potential of cell and gene therapies, we invite you to help shape the future of medicine—one patient at a time.

Position Summary 

The Senior Counsel will act as a true generalist, advising on a broad spectrum of legal matters in support of Minaris’ CDMO, Testing and Viral Vector Business Units.  This role will support Minaris’ business functions with timely and pragmatic legal advice, and will also support the Assistant General Counsel in managing day-to-day legal operations.   This is an ideal initial in-house role for a law firm associate who is ready to roll up their sleeves and get hands-on involvement in a wide range of legal areas within a fast-paced organization with a small but experienced in-house legal team. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance across all business functions, including commercial, corporate, employment, IP, real estate, privacy and regulatory matters.
• Assist in the management of litigation, disputes, and investigations, including coordination with outside counsel.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements and other legal documents.
• Help Minaris Legal serve as a trusted partner to business leaders, balancing risk management with enabling growth.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of practical legal processes and risk management strategies to support business objectives.
• Supervise outside counsel to ensure cost-effective, high-quality legal services.
• Review and approve external-facing communications and materials, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and mitigating legal risk.

Knowledge, Skill & Ability

• Strong business acumen with the ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice with fast turn-around times.
• Excellent judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to handle multiple complex matters simultaneously in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Proactive problem-solver with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Collaborative, flexible, and adaptable; able to manage an array of legal matters.

Education & Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of legal experience, with at least 3 years at a leading law firm.
• Broad-based legal background with demonstrated experience in at least one of (1) litigation (incl. strategy and management) and/or (2) commercial contracting.
• Experience advising on regulated industries (e.g., life sciences) strongly preferred.

Working Environment

Hybrid – At least one member of the Legal Team is on-site in the Navy Yard most days of the week.  The team is looking for a thought-partner who can be very hands-on.  Not necessary to be on-site full-time, but “more often than not” (about 3x/week) is the expectation.

Physical Requirements

The physical and mental demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties the employee is:

• Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
• Frequently required to communicate with others

Disclaimer

The above information in this description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed.  It does not contain nor is it intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The estimated base salary range for each open position based in the United States of America is included for all our current openings. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) as part of the compensation package. Minaris Advanced Therapies employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off, tuition assistance, and more.