Paralegal

About NEB

New England Biolabs® is a different kind of biotechnology company – we are a community of scientists, innovators and collaborators driven by a shared mission to advance science for the benefit of society. Founded in 1974 with a deep commitment to research excellence and environmental stewardship, NEB® has become a global leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications. Our reagents are trusted by researchers worldwide for their quality and reliability and have played a critical role in breakthroughs across genomics, proteomics, diagnostics and academic research. With a corporate culture rooted in passion, humility and authenticity, we offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives, voices are heard, and personal growth is celebrated. Whether you are interested in pursuing a research career or supporting our mission through other roles, joining NEB means contributing to meaningful scientific progress in a collaborative, campus-like environment that values both innovation and integrity.

The role

The primary focus of the Paralegal role will be preparing, reviewing and negotiating non-disclosure agreements, material transfer agreements, and various sales, services and other contracts including corporate compliance, corporate governance and international business. The position sits in the company’s legal department but will have direct contact supporting most company departments and our international subsidiaries. This job is based at our Ipswich, MA headquarters.

How you’ll contribute:

• Draft, negotiate, and administer various legal agreements, including confidentiality agreements, material transfer agreements, and other commercial agreements.

• Evaluate, manage and monitor contract performance to determine necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts, and compliance to contractual obligations.

• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, in-house attorneys, customers, distributors, and vendors to negotiate contracts and memorialize business objectives.

• Assist in projects concerning corporate compliance, corporate governance, and international business.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BSc) required.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, or equivalent knowledge through relevant work experience.

• Prior experience as a Paralegal or Contracts Specialist; Senior Contracts Specialist experience preferred.

• Strong ability to interpret contract scope, terms, and the impact of contractual obligations on the company’s financial performance.

• Demonstrated creative problem‑solving skills and experience in process improvement.

• Competence in corporate compliance functions.

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

Estimated pay range for this position is $38.00 -$45.00 per hour

The hourly rate is one component of our generous total rewards compensation package. Employees are eligible to receive: 

• Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus

• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan "ESOP" (eligible after two full years of service)

• Exceptional benefits package at a nominal cost to the employee including a 10% 401k match

Benefits at NEB