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Overview Absci is a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing novel therapeutics using generative AI. Our Integrated Drug Creation platform combines AI models with a synthetic biology data engine to rapidly design innovative therapeutics addressing challenging targets. Absci is a global company with offices in Vancouver, WA; New York City; Switzerland; and Serbia. Learn more at or follow us on LinkedIn (@absci), X (@Abscibio), and YouTube. We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Operations Manager to join our Legal team. You will support SEC, Nasdaq, securities, and corporate governance matters for the company and its subsidiaries, and assist the Legal department on commercial and strategic transactions as needed. Opportunities to expand the practice area are encouraged. Willing to train as needed. You will leverage your background in corporate governance and securities to drive the business forward, delivering business-minded solutions, strategic and tactical advice, and high-quality legal services to support Absci’s delivery of next-generation biologics to patients. Responsibilities Draft, execute, and manage the full lifecycle of contracts across functions and programs. Review, or assist in the review of, and negotiate a high volume of routine legal agreements, including but not limited to: Confidentiality Agreements (CDAs/NDAs) Consulting Agreements Work Orders and Scopes of Work (SOWs) Sponsored Research Agreements (SRAs) Master Services Agreements (MSAs) Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs) Support the legal, finance and scientific teams in executing agreements with CROs, academic collaborators, vendors, and consultants. Provide guidance to stakeholders on contractual rights and responsibilities. Assist with preparation and management of board and committee minutes, agendas, reporting calendars, written consents, routine legal resolutions, secretary certificates, powers of attorney, and other board documents. Support the preparation and filing of Form 8-Ks, 10-K, 10-Qs, Section 16 reporting, proxy statements and other SEC filing documents, including assisting the Disclosure Committee. Coordinate and execute board meetings, including preparation and distribution of materials through the electronic board distribution portal. Support onboarding of Directors and executive officers. Coordinate matters related to Annual Meeting of Stockholders, including D&O questionnaires and ESG. Assist with M&A, financings and other strategic transactions. Assist in the formation, dissolution and maintenance of corporate entities, including international subsidiaries. Review and assist in administering corporate governance policies. Maintain records and design legal file management systems for corporate subsidiaries, director and officer information, corporate recordkeeping, transaction execution, governance policies, and compliance processes. Aid attorneys and participate in projects across the department, including employment law or other transactional matters. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, law, business administration, or a similar discipline; paralegal certificate required. Minimum 8 years’ of paralegal experience (with a focus on corporate governance, securities and/or public company reporting); some in-house experience preferred. Experience preparing, managing and maintaining board minutes, agendas, stockholder meeting materials, and corporate recordkeeping. Experience preparing and filing Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4 and 5) preferred. Ability to multi-task and work independently, partnering across all levels of the organization. High attention to detail is essential, with a positive, partnership-oriented approach. Advanced proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Pay Range: $115,000 - 147,000. Legal Operations Sr. Manager (In addition to Manager level Qualifications) Bachelor’s degree in finance, law, business administration, or a similar discipline; paralegal certificate required. Advanced degree (JD, MBA, or equivalent) preferred. Minimum 10 years’ of paralegal experience (with a focus on corporate governance, securities and/or public company reporting); some in-house experience preferred. Proven experience taking initiative to anticipate organizational needs, flag potential issues, and drive collaboration among cross-functional partners to achieve successful outcomes. Ability to proactively evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to optimize legal operations and reporting workflows. Pay Range $137,000 - $176,000. Preferred (but not required) Education or work experience in life sciences Previous experience with contract management systems like Conga or LinkSquares. Previous experience with patent and trademark administrative matters, including US, PCT, and foreign prosecution, drafting formality documents, document legalization, and priority document requirements. How We Thrive Together: Absci’s Core Values We are one team with one finish line: Collaborate across departments, proactively supporting leaders and colleagues to ensure everyone reaches shared goals and successes together. We embrace our differences: Foster an inclusive environment by respecting diverse perspectives, preferences, and working styles. We deliver Results: Take ownership of responsibilities, manage priorities, and ensure all logistics and tasks are completed with excellence and attention to detail. We do the right thing: Act with integrity, maintain confidentiality, and communicate transparently. Innovate because lives depend on it: Continuously seek tools, processes, or improvements that amplify impact. Competitive equity package applies. Pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to equity, compensation packages include medical, dental, vision benefits and eligibility to participate in the employee stock purchase plan. Absci offers competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, unlimited vacation, parental leave, and 401(k) with company match. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. Absci is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager at hiring@absci.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr AbSci

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