Sr. Litigation Paralegal

The Role:

Moderna is seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal to support a wide range of legal and operational matters.  This is an exciting opportunity to be an important part of a growing legal team within a rapidly expanding company.  Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Senior Director, Legal Operations, the ideal candidate must be organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects as a critical player on a lean legal team. The senior paralegal will assist with the day-to-day management of data, collection and exchange of complete information, communications, tracking deadlines, and handling logistics with internal partners and third parties, as well as collaborate with other litigation paralegals and team members.  This role requires someone who can manage large scale cases through all phases of a litigation matter, as well as guide and convince stakeholders from across the organization of the importance of legal requirements and best practices. The position offers the opportunity to be creative and streamline processes by leveraging technology.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Assist litigation attorneys in management of litigation matters, including direction and coordination of outside counsel support as required

• Guide large investigations/litigations, including Products Liability, employment matters, and subpoenas

• Support and drive case management, including managing workflows, task lists, status updates, docketing deadlines, and case organization

• Partner with Legal team members and business partners to manage data collection and large-scale document reviews

• Oversee litigation holds (Exterro) and discovery projects, and manage and build upon eDiscovery systems (Relativity) and processes

• Provide guidance and advice to outside and junior members of the team

• Actively participate in and/or lead special projects, including establishing strategies, guidelines, processes, and procedures, to enable the Ops and Litigation Team to provide best-in-class service to its business partners

• Look for ways to optimize the Legal Operations function, taking ownership of specific pieces and helping to educate our function on best practices

• Ownership of litigation budget tracking and payment systems, identification and remediation of material changes to the budget, and work with law firms to ensure timely submission and payments of invoices

• Understand how other departments within Moderna work to achieve the goals of the legal department and be able to persuade those stakeholders of key priorities for the function

• Manage incoming correspondence, and draft and send responses for day-to-day legal issues

• Develop content for and maintain internal SharePoint, document management software, and other Legal sites and create a process for business continuity

• Provide general administrative support for the Legal team as needed

• Gain general understanding of science or technology needed to better navigate position requirements

Here’s What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college required

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in civil litigation

• Experience and passion in large-scale eDiscovery

• Experience managing litigation case through every phase of a matter

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications):

• Significant experience with patent litigation a plus

• Paralegal experience at a major law firm and at a pharmaceutical or biotech company preferred

• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and a readiness to gain proficiency in company-specific systems and applications, as well as new technologies

• eDiscovery analytics/TAR/AI experience

• Prior use of AI tools and/or experience developing GPTs or implementing AI-enabled workflows in a legal setting

• Highly organized with a strong ability to multi-task and be nimble

• Proactive on making sure items do not fall between the cracks, with a keen attention to detail

• Curiosity to explore new, efficient ways of working and challenging the status quo

• Experience with eBilling systems (matter creation, timekeepers, approval workflows)

• Solutions-oriented mindset with creative problem-solving ability

• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

• Ability to form strong partnerships and trust with internal business partners, regardless of level, and outside vendors

• Must be flexible, able to handle multiple tasks and shift priorities while meeting deadlines and department goals

• Previous experience leading and mentoring others

• Must be a team player with a positive attitude and willingness to provide support as needed

• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as required

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Best-in-class healthcare coverage, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs

• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support

• Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown

• Savings and investment opportunities to help you plan for the future

• Location-specific perks and extras

The salary range for this role is $109,200.00 - $174,600.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.  

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. 

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. 

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities. 

Our Working Model 

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. 

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment. 

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.  Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

Accommodations

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. 

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. 

Export Control Notice This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license. #LI-KF1

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