Contracts Attorney Corporate/Commercial Attorney Negotiations.

Dear Hiring/HR Manager:

I have worked as senior corporate counsel, providing leadership, training and oversight of global clinical and

corporate contracting teams. I provide subject matter expertise, as well as strategic direction and leadership for

internal and outsourced negotiating teams, enabling me to engage, oversee and guide the teams through successful

negotiations experiences. I lead complex negotiations, bringing resolution having addressed the concerns of the

parties involved.

As a strategic thinker, I work through complex issues with stakeholders, providing critical thinking, establishing

measurable outcomes and implementing workable solutions. I possess excellent verbal and written capabilities,

which enable me to communicate concepts and ideas clearly to customers. When necessary, I deliver difficult

information or messages to the client, and I respond to client challenges in a manner that is thoughtful, respectful

and effective, preserving strong and pleasant collaborations with our customers.

I appreciate the opportunity to partner for success within a dynamic organization that values the work of its staff. For

this reason, I was offered an opportunity by then General Counsel to lead an effort partnering with internal

stakeholders to develop corporate practices and related training documents for the development and continued

education of internal personnel. The experience broadened my knowledge about enhancing systems and implement

controls to minimize often under-identified risks and implement plans to identity and mitigate potential future risks.

In addition to working with senior management in large and mid-size companies, my experience also includes

serving as Counsel to the President/CEO of a small start-up CRO. I the position I worked in every facet of the

business from Legal to BD, hiring to firing. Regardless of company size, my skills enable me to ensure compliance

with applicable laws, regulations, industry guidance and standards that impact matters related to the Foreign Corrupt

Practices Act (FCPA), UK Bribery Act, False Claims Act, Anti-kickback, fraud and abuse, and other concerns.

Equally as important as legal expertise, is my ability to be flexible within the work environment, meet tight

deadlines and manage heavy workloads. It is my goal to also nurture positive interoffice and inter-departmental

relationships. I intentionally inject and inspire a pleasant “can do” attitude and enthusiasm for each task amongst

myself and my colleagues. I work well both leading and following, independently and with others.

Purposed to establish and maintain a wide network of professional relationships by building rapport with associates

at all levels, I listen to constructive concerns and suggestions in an effort to decrease obstacles, and increase morale

and productivity in the workplace. I purpose to understand the needs of my organization and its clients, which

positions my team to exceed goals and maximize our company’s value to its clients.

It is, indeed, my pleasure to submit my cover letter for this position. I am immediately availability to discuss how

my skills, experience and expertise can help you and your company exceed your goals. Thank you for your

consideration.

Kind regards,

Valeria Thomas, JD

Email: **********@*****.*** / Phone: 919-***-****

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