- As a senior legal counsel responsible for leading one area of a newly acquired business, you will have direct legal responsibility and provision of legal leadership, both strategic and operational, to the functions, in particular commercial matters, throughout the business.
- Will play a key role as a valued business partner and provide sound legal advice to the Senior Leadership team as well as to other key staff to advance the company's business.
- The candidate will ensure a smooth and robust process for generation and management of contracts across the business.
- Reporting into the Group Head of Legal (based in Germany)
- Will play an active role facilitating the achievement of business goals, while at the same time safeguarding the company's assets and reputation; advising, managing and mitigating legal risks and assuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
- Will draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts and other agreements related to the commercial goals of the business.
- Will support the ongoing integration activities of the business into "group" by assisting the integration teams; will be responsible for the legal aspects of such integration from the business' perspective, under direct supervision and guidance by legal colleagues from HQ.
- Support migration to the group contract centre of excellence, which facilitates the fast pace of the business, for contract negotiation, drafting, approval, execution and management.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration with business, legal & compliance functions.
- Responsible for ensuring business compliance with all international and national laws and regulations, which includes and is not limited to Pharmaceutical law, Anti-Bribery and Corruption and EFPIA/local code of compliance.
- UK-qualified solicitor or barrister.
- A trusted, commercially astute business partner of unquestionable integrity and sound communication skills.
- In addition to first class technical legal skills, the successful candidate will possess strong business acumen and excellent judgment.
- Lawyer with proven relevant experience in life sciences, bio technology, healthcare or pharmacuetical sectors and extensivecommercial contract law experience.
- Direct hands-on experience across a broad range of legal, governance and regulatory issues.
- A constructive and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
- Well-organised, risk aware, results-orientated professional, able to work with ambiguity and manage numerous projects and conflicting demands.
- An approachable, down to earth personality and an individual who will roll up thier sleeves and delve into the detail when appropriate, looking for solutions in a demanding and results-driven environment.
- We are looking for a team player and someone who can adapt.
- Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to understand complex legal concepts and translate those to non-lawyers to create practical processes, guidance and training.
- Strong project management skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented global or regional organisation.
- Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to work through challenging situations.
Senior Legal Counsel - United Kingdom - Taylor Root
Description
We are working with a pain management pharmaceutical business with global and strong EU presence.
This is a 12 month FTC to start late May time to cover up-coming maternity leave in the business.
Joining the business at this time is exciting and important to the client due to some exciting integration projects.
Overview:
Key Responsibilities:
Position Requirements
Key Competencies specific to the role
Salary: Highly dependant on PQE Level £95,000 - £110,000 would be a sensible benchmark (if you are seeking a higher salary but interested in the role, please do still apply and i'd be happy to chat to you about alternative options and what the client can consider)
Start date: May-June time maternity leave
Location: Remote working
Full time and part time (4 days a week only) will be considered.
Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.