Company Description
At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.
As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.
Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.
Want more jobs like this?
Get Administration and Office jobs in Sunnyvale, CA delivered to your inbox every week.
Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.
Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let's advance the world of minimally invasive care.
Job Description
Primary Function of Position:
The US Contract Administration Manager leads Intuitive's commercial contracting in the United States, overseeing a team of Contract Negotiators.
The Manager supervises contract-related tasks, including drafting and negotiating, to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation. They also maintain department culture and mentor team members.
Responsibilities:
- US Team Management. - Manage Intuitive's US contracts team, overseeing Contract Negotiator reports. Assist in negotiations, review legal issues, and strategize with sales managers.- Manage Intuitive Surgical's contract databases, ensuring maintenance and organization. Periodically review and clean up folders and templates as needed.
- Personnel and Training.Develop and supervise US Contract Negotiator training for best contract management practices in the department. Conduct annual performance and compensation reviews for negotiators. Manage feedback and performance issues, involving HR and leadership when needed.
- Contract Oversight, Drafting, and NegotiationSupervise preparation and negotiation of many complex contracts, including commercial deals for Intuitive's products. Also supervise digital, data, and privacy agreements, plus HIPAA required Business Associate Agreements.
- Legal Investigation and ApprovalExamine and guide legal matters in medical device industry, including contracts, regulations, risk assessment, and revenue recognition. Serve as professional for legal issues and projects in department.
- Legal ResearchStay informed about medical device industry regulations and offer guidance based on best practices, including HIPAA compliance.
- Compliance and Ethics- Follow ethical standards in all activities- Ensure compliance with laws and company policies during contract negotiations and daily tasks.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- Law degree (JD) from an accredited law school or equivalent legal experience preferred.
- Willingness to supervise and manage team of attorney-negotiator direct reports.
- Proficient in legal terms and implications. Can teach commercial contracting terms, HIPAA, data security, and privacy regulations.
- Exceptional contract oversight, drafting, and negotiation skills with a keen attention to detail, preferably commercial terms and conditions.
- Interest in business transactions, finance, and actions. Ready to work with energetic salesforce.
- - Detail oriented, organized, and able. Can function well under stress.- Excellent problem-solving skills for complex legal issues. Can handle high-pressure situations effectively.
- Great communication skills, both verbal and written. Manage conversations and collaborate effectively. Work well with teams and stakeholders.
- Proactive problem-solver, self-motivated with a exceptional work ethic, commitment to excellence, and ability to work autonomously.
- Able to prioritize and manage personnel, multiple projects simultaneously without missing deadlines across multiple time zones.
Additional Information
Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.
Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target salary ranges are listed.
Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.
Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.
Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target salary ranges are listed.