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Role Description

We are seeking a Mid Level Commercial Contracts Lawyer to support high-volume client projects, with a strong and growing focus on supply chain and manufacturing-related contracting work. This role is well suited for mid-level commercial generalists who bring solid core commercial contracting experience and exposure to manufacturing or supply chain environments, even if not a subject-matter expert.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of commercial agreements, including NDAs, MSAs, distribution agreements, supply and procurement agreements, and services agreements.
• Support supply chain and manufacturing-focused contracts, including vendor, supplier, and operations-related agreements.
• Provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance on contract terms, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy.
• Assist clients with large commercial contracting initiatives, including contract standardization and remediation projects.
• Support contract lifecycle management (CLM) efforts, including implementation, optimization, and ongoing contract operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (procurement, operations, finance, and compliance) to align contracts with business objectives.
• Contribute to contract playbooks, templates, and process improvements to support scalable contracting operations.
• Support or interface with international teams or international counterparties, as needed.

Qualifications

• JD or equivalent, with active bar membership in good standing.
• 5-14 years of post-qualification experience, ideally in-house or in a commercial-focused practice.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating core commercial contracts.
• Ability to manage high-volume workloads efficiently while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Comfortable working remotely or in hybrid environments.

Requirements

• Supply chain and/or manufacturing experience, including exposure to procurement, vendor, supplier, or operations-driven contracts (SME status not required).
• Background in or support of manufacturing-related industries; any industry experience is acceptable if tied to manufacturing operations.
• Experience supporting large-scale commercial contracting projects.
• Familiarity with or hands-on experience in CLM systems and contract operations.
• International exposure, including experience working with or supporting international companies, subsidiaries, or cross-border contracts.
• Mid-level commercial generalist profile suited for cost-conscious engagements and scalable legal support models.

Benefits

• The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500-325,000 per year.
• Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.
• Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays and PTO.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities and tools.