General Summary
As part of Penumbra’s legal team, the Legal Intern will support a growing and dynamic company that develops ground-breaking technology to further its mission of saving patients’ lives. Work closely with attorneys and administrative professionals as part of this closely-knit team while supporting external departments essential to the Company’s operations.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
· Prepare drafts of documents and agreements needed by other departments, such as board meeting minutes, confidentiality agreements, international distribution agreements, consignment agreements and pricing agreements. *
· Perform research and draft memoranda on industry-specific legal and compliance issues, as well as changes to global privacy laws. *
· Support Penumbra’s corporate governance efforts and compliance with securities laws.
· Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures. *
· Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company. *
· Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures. *
· Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
* Indicates an essential function of the role
Required Qualifications:
Minimum education and experience:
· High school diploma and 1+ years of college coursework, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Qualifications:
· Strong oral, written and interpersonal communications skills required.
· High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
· Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and other standard office tools
Working Conditions:
· General office environment
· Willingness and ability to work on site.
· Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens
· Must be able to move between buildings and floors.
· Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day.
· Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.
· Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Base Pay Range Per Hour: $20.00 - $30.00
Individual compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, work location and shift, and will increase over time based on meeting performance and business needs..
What We Offer
•A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.
•The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases.
•A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).
Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.