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Contract Manager Jobs in Vapi, Gujarat, India at Meril
Title: Contract Manager
Company: Meril
Location: Vapi, Gujarat, India
Job Title: Legal & Contract Manager – Biologics & CRO (Legal Focus)
Location: Vapi, Gujarat
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager with a strong background in legal writing to support global contract management for clinical research organizations (CROs) and pharmaceutical/biologics programs. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements within regulated environments, collaborating cross-functionally with legal, clinical, procurement, and business development teams.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including:
Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs)
Confidentiality Disclosure Agreements (CDAs)
Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
Statements of Work (SOWs), Licensing, Consulting & Collaboration Agreement.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations (ICH-GCP, FDA, EMA, etc.)
Liaise with internal legal counsel, investigators, sponsors, and CRO partners
Track contract timelines, approvals, renewals, and change orders
Maintain contract templates and standard terms in line with global guidelines
Mitigate legal and financial risks while safeguarding organizational interests
Support audits and due diligence processes related to contracts and vendor relationships
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Law, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field
5–10 years of experience in contract management within CROs, biologics and biotech industry
Strong understanding of clinical development phases and regulatory frameworks
Exceptional legal writing, communication, and negotiation skills
Proficiency with contract management systems (e.g., Medidata, Veeva Vault, or equivalent)
Nice to Have
Certification in Contract Law or Clinical Trial Regulations
Exposure to biologics, gene therapy, or oncology-related trials
Familiarity with global regulatory authorities and submission protocols
