Legal Counsel

Your Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, R&D, license, supply and distribution agreements, procurement and public tender documents.
• Support the management of legal risks, providing timely, pragmatic and commercially relevant legal advice directly to the business.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders to ensure LRC is involved in all appropriate matters in a timely manner.
• Assist with healthcare industry code compliance, regulatory obligations and adherence to applicable legislation.
• Conduct legal research, prepare briefing notes and advise on emerging legal and regulatory developments relevant to the business.
• Provide corporate governance support to legal entities within the region.
• Contribute to legal training and awareness programs.
• Collaborate with Olympus’s European Headquarters on regional legal projects and processes.

Your Qualifications

• LL.B. or equivalent law degree.
• 2–5 years’ PQE, either in-house, in private practice as a solicitor, or with equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in the medical device, pharmaceutical or life sciences industries, with an understanding of sales and marketing practices and medical affairs priorities, is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial contract law and corporate matters.
• High levels of integrity and professional judgement, with the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.
• Strong work ethic and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage a high workload and take on significant responsibility.
• Proactive, with a willingness to use initiative.
• Ability to work independently.
• Service-oriented and a strong team player.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly to non-specialist audiences.
• Some travel may be required to visit subsidiary companies.

Your Competencies

• Patient Focus – We put patients at the heart of everything.
• Integrity – We do the right thing.
• Innovation – We look for new ways to make things better.
• Impact – We take accountability and get things done.
• Empathy – We care for one another and work together.

Your Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive private medical cover.
• Comprehensive company pension scheme.
• You will receive an annual health check with BUPA, funded by us.
• Employee Assistance Program to support your health, mental and emotional well-being.
• At our HQ, we have a subsidised staff restaurant and free parking.
• Other benefits include discounted gym and wellness memberships, cashback and discounts with major UK retailers.

We value the diversity of individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles, and prioritise inclusion and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish.