Legal Counsel
Help shape practical legal solutions across intellectual property, commercial contracts and compliance in a fast-paced, growing pharmaceutical business. Reporting to the General Counsel and Company Secretary, you will work closely with teams across the organisation, advising on important initiatives while building breadth and influence in the role.
Overview
This is an opportunity for an experienced pharmaceutical lawyer to provide pragmatic, commercially focused advice across a varied portfolio of legal, compliance and governance matters. You will operate independently while collaborating with colleagues across functions and managing priorities in a changing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including licensing, clinical research, R&D, manufacturing, development, distribution, sales, rebate, confidentiality and consultancy agreements.
- Advise on intellectual property, data, confidentiality and other commercial matters.
- Provide proactive legal support for business initiatives and transactions.
- Develop and improve standard-form contracts, policies, procedures and guidance.
- Advise on promotional and non-promotional materials and related compliance matters.
- Support regulatory and compliance activities, including FDA, European Medicines Agency and anti-bribery requirements.
- Provide training and practical guidance on legal and compliance issues.
- Work with external counsel when appropriate and help drive matters through to completion.
- Support corporate governance and company secretarial matters, with scope to develop in these areas.
Must-Have
- Significant legal experience in the pharmaceutical sector, gained in-house, in private practice or a combination of both.
- Experience advising on intellectual property and commercial contracts.
- Knowledge of FDA and European Medicines Agency requirements.
- Strong written, verbal, organisational and relationship-building skills.
- Commercial judgement and the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice while balancing risk and opportunity.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
Nice-to-Have
- Experience in data privacy, pharmaceutical compliance or corporate governance.
- Knowledge of drug discovery, development, commercialisation and regulatory frameworks.
- Experience in cross-functional or highly matrixed organisations.
Legal Counsel in Oxford employer: Planet Pharma Group
Planet Pharma Group is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, where innovation in healthcare technology thrives. Employees benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements, comprehensive professional development opportunities, and a commitment to enhancing patient care, making it a rewarding place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact in the industry.
