Role: Legal Counsel - Global Product Strategy
Location: London - hybrid - 3 days/week onsite.
In this high-impact and dynamic role based in London, United Kingdom, you will report directly to the Head of Legal, Global Product Strategy, R&D and Regulatory Law. As a product attorney, you will support two key franchises, Injectable Aesthetics and Dermatological Skincare, providing legal guidance across a complex and evolving regulatory landscape spanning pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer/OTC products.
This position offers a unique opportunity to partner closely with Global Product Strategy, Medical Affairs, R&D and Commercial teams, providing pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced, science-driven environment. We're looking for someone who brings strong legal expertise, a collaborative approach and a solutions-oriented mindset to help drive innovation while ensuring compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Legal Support - Injectable Aesthetics & Dermatological Skincare
- Serve as the lead legal partner for designated product portfolios across Injectable Aesthetics and Dermatological Skincare
- Advise on global regulatory frameworks across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics and consumer health products
- Support product teams in navigating multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements and evolving regulations
Promotional & Medical Review
- Review and approve promotional, non-promotional and scientific materials, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry codes
- Advise on promotion and advertising requirements, including interactions with healthcare professionals and patients
- Support compliant material review processes through Veeva or similar systems
- Provide guidance on scientific exchange, real-world evidence initiatives and medical education programmes
- Support governance and risk mitigation for global and cross-border activities
Commercial & Strategic Business Partnering
- Act as a trusted legal advisor to Global Product Strategy, Commercial and Medical Affairs teams
- Provide legal guidance on go-to-market strategies, product positioning and business initiatives
- Support product launches, line extensions and global congress activities
Regulatory Law & Compliance Advisory
- Advise on regulatory compliance matters, including promotion, labelling, safety communications and post-market activities
- Counsel on anti-bribery, anti-corruption and other healthcare compliance considerations
- Monitor regulatory developments, assess business impact and recommend risk mitigation strategies
Contractual Support
- Draft, review and negotiate a range of life sciences agreements, including services and consultancy agreements
- Partner with R&D, Alliance Management and external stakeholders to support innovation and development programmes
Training & Enablement
- Deliver legal and regulatory training to commercial, medical and regulatory stakeholders
- Promote awareness of key legal requirements and support a culture of compliance
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership
- Build strong partnerships across Legal, Regulatory, Medical Affairs and Commercial teams
- Share best practices and contribute to a high-performing global legal team
Skills and qualifications:
- Law degree (JD or international equivalent) required
- Admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction
- 5-8+ years of relevant legal experience in the life sciences sector
- Combination of:
- Law firm experience (preferred, with focus on life sciences/regulatory)
- In-house experience within a pharmaceutical, medical device, or consumer health company
- Demonstrated experience as a product or regulatory attorney supporting product lifecycle activities
- Proven experience in reviewing promotional and scientific materials
- Working knowledge of Veeva or similar content approval systems
- Understanding of healthcare compliance frameworks (e.g., anti-bribery, anti-corruption, industry codes)
- Strong business acumen with the ability to translate legal requirements into pragmatic solutions
What We Offer In Return
- You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
- You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package.
- You will be able to work in a hybrid work culture.
- You will participate in feedback loops, during which a personalized career path will be established.
- You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability.
Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.
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Legal Counsel - Global Product Strategy in City of London employer: Galderma
Galderma is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development within a dynamic and inclusive work culture. With a strong commitment to diversity and a focus on meaningful contributions to dermatology, employees are empowered to make a direct impact while enjoying the benefits of a hybrid working environment in vibrant locations like Zug, London, or Frankfurt. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to advancing dermatology and enhancing lives across the EMEAC region.
