Job Specifications
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 26 Sep 2025
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A Day in the Life
Medtronic Diabetes is a global leader in innovative diabetes management solutions, dedicated to improving the lives of people with diabetes through cutting-edge technology and therapies. Our mission is to empower patients and healthcare providers with transformative solutions, and our legal team plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence and compliance.
A Day in the Life:
This newly created Senior Contract Paralegal role supports the Diabetes MiniMed business as it prepares for its announced separation from Medtronic. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional with expertise in procurement contracts to contribute to the strategic direction of a business undergoing a transformative period. This position will report to the Assistant General Counsel - Operations.
Why Join the Diabetes MiniMed Legal Team?
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of the Diabetes MiniMed business during a pivotal time in its history. As the business prepares for its separation, establishing the procurement and sourcing function, as well as transformational product launches, the Senior Contracts Paralegal will play a critical role for a successful, independent company which provides life sustaining products to people with diabetes.
Job Summary:
This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.
Medtronic Diabetes is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Paralegal to join our Legal team, with a focus on procurement contracts. The successful candidate will provide high-level paralegal support to the procurement and supply chain functions, managing complex contracts and ensuring compliance with corporate policies, legal requirements, and industry regulations. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
MUST HAVE:
Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements (A) and minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
NICE TO HAVE:
Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of indirect and direct procurement-related agreements, including IT agreements, software licenses, supplier agreements, purchase agreements, service contracts, consulting agreements, research and development agreements and non-disclosure agreements, ensuring alignment with Medtronic's business objectives and compliance standards
Contract Lifecycle Support: Manage the full contract lifecycle, including preparation, execution, tracking, and renewal/termination of procurement contracts, while maintaining accurate records in contract management systems
Compliance and Risk Mitigation: Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and Medtronic policies, identifying and mitigating potential legal and business risks in collaboration with legal counsel
Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with procurement, supply chain, finance, and other internal teams to facilitate contract negotiations, resolve issues, and streamline processes
Process Improvement: Develop and implement standardized templates, playbooks, and processes to enhance efficiency in contract drafting, review, and approval workflows
Research and Analysis: Conduct legal research related to procurement regulations, vendor compliance, and industry standards to support contract development and negotiations
Training and Guidance: Provide guidance to internal teams on contract policies and best practices,and assist in training junior paralegals or staff on procurement contract processes
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate contract records, generate reports on contract status and performance metrics, and ensure timely execution and filing of agreements
Skills and Competencies:
Strong expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex procurement contracts
In-depth knowledge of contract law, procurement regulations, and compliance requirements
Proficiency with contract managem