Paralegal Contract Management & Legal Operations
Kyverna Therapeutics
Description
Kyverna Therapeutics is a patient-centered, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing cell therapies for patients suffering from autoimmune diseases. Guided by our core values, Stay True to Why, Collaborate to Accelerate, Lead with Clarity, Boldly Innovative, and Own the Outcome, we are committed to transforming the future of treatment for autoimmune disease. Join us at the forefront of cell therapy innovation and help redefine whatâs possible.
Title: Paralegal, Contract Management & Legal Operations
Reports to: Associate General Counsel
Location: Remote (West coast hours preferred)
Summary
The Paralegal will provide a diverse range of legal and contract management support within the Legal Department, managing a high volume of documents, including end-to-end contract administration, ensuring contracts are accurately formatted, properly routed, and efficiently executed. This role will be responsible for tracking and organizing agreements, maintaining contract records, and supporting workflow optimization using tools such as SharePoint and Ironclad.
This is a highly detail-oriented role focused on process, coordination, and operational excellence, enabling timely contract execution across the organization.
\n- Serve as the primary administrator for the Legal Department systems (e.g., document management, specifically IronClad, and the department Sharepoint pages)
- Act as a central point of coordination for contract-related inquiries and status updates
- Maintain a centralized contract tracking system (e.g., SharePoint, Ironclad, or CLM tool)
- Own triage and assignment of legal matters as a bridge between business requesters and the Legal Department, including ensuring a clear understanding and training of the processes and procedures
- Assist with training internal stakeholders on contracting processes and tools
- Manage the lifecycle of all contracts using CLM (IronClad) and assist with ongoing optimization
- Coordinate the intake, routing, and execution of contracts across internal stakeholders
- Track contract status and follow up with stakeholders to ensure timely completion
- Review contracts for formatting, completeness, and consistency with company templates
- Ensure proper use of templates, clause libraries, and version control
- Identify and flag inconsistencies or missing information for attorney review
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About Kyverna Therapeutics
Kyverna Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cell therapies. It utilizes a proprietary platform to engineer regulatory T cells for the treatment of autoimmune diseases.
Industry: Healthcare
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Interview Prep Guide
Preparation Strategy
To prepare for this role, focus on reviewing contract management processes, familiarizing yourself with IronClad and SharePoint, and practicing troubleshooting scenarios. It's also essential to prepare examples of your experience with contract management and to practice discussing your skills and accomplishments. Additionally, review the company's core values and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the organization's mission.
Likely Interview Rounds
- 1. Screening call~30 min
What to prep: Review contract management processes, familiarize yourself with IronClad and SharePoint, and be prepared to discuss your experience with document management and contract administration.
- What experience do you have with contract management software?
- How would you ensure timely contract execution across the organization?
- Can you describe your experience with document management systems?
- 2. Technical~60 min
What to prep: Review technical aspects of contract management, practice troubleshooting scenarios, and prepare to discuss your experience with workflow optimization.
- How would you troubleshoot issues with contract tracking systems?
- What steps would you take to optimize workflow using tools like SharePoint and Ironclad?
- Can you walk me through your process for managing a high volume of documents?
- 3. Behavioral~60 min
What to prep: Review behavioral interview questions, prepare examples of your experience with contract management, and practice discussing your skills and accomplishments.
- Tell me about a time when you had to coordinate with multiple stakeholders to execute a contract.
- Can you describe a situation where you identified a process improvement opportunity in contract management?
- How do you handle confidential or sensitive information in a contract management role?
Most Likely Questions
- What experience do you have with contract management software?
- How would you ensure timely contract execution across the organization?
- Can you describe your experience with document management systems?
- How would you troubleshoot issues with contract tracking systems?
- What steps would you take to optimize workflow using tools like SharePoint and Ironclad?
Common Pitfalls
- Lack of attention to detail in contract management
- Inability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple contracts simultaneously
- Insufficient knowledge of contract management software and tools
Free Prep Resources
- • IronClad Contract Management Software
- • SharePoint Document Management System
- • Contract Management Association (CMA) resources