Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel

Location: South West England

Full-Time, Hybrid

Salary - £60,000-£70,000

My client is a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of consumers and patients. As they continue to expand their operations, they are offering a unique opportunity for a junior/associate level solicitor to join their dynamic and innovative legal team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviewing, advising, drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts & agreements. Including but not limited to distribution, manufacturing, IT/software, and marketing agreements.
• Provide advice on compliance & regulatory issues to ensure adherence to regulatory, statutory and contractual requirements.
• Support the management of trademark & patent portfolio, collaborating with IP agents to ensure its protection.
• Maintain the contracts management database.
• Assist and support M&A activities, including disclosure, due diligence, as well as the drafting & negotiation of sales and purchase agreements.
• Manage contractual disputes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• UK Qualified Solicitor.
• Must have experience within the life science industry (Biotech/Pharma), either in-house at a life science company or within a law firm being focused primarily on the life science sector.
• Experience with corporate & commercial contracts/agreements, e-commerce, IP, compliance, dispute resolution, and data protection.
• Strong knowledge/experience of the pharmaceutical industry.
• Company Secretarial experience (preferred).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to simplify complex legal jargon to both legal & non-legal stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Competitive bonus scheme.
• Share options.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days holiday, private healthcare, and enhanced pension.
• A supportive and forward-thinking work environment with a company that fosters collaborative culture and values innovation.

There is already lots of interest in this vacancy so apply today!

Email - chloe.portillo@albionryeassociates.com

Phone - 02039836027