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Robert Walters Ltd
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London, Greater London
Legal Counsel
Overview
Biotech Legal Counsel role - based in central London Our client, a powerhouse joint venture in the biotechnology sector, provides strategic services to both of its member organisations. This JV is looking for a Legal Counsel to join its growing team, reporting into the Senior Legal Counsel and providing day-to-day legal advice and support to all areas of the business. This will include the provision of general legal advice and guidance on compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, internal policies, contract interpretation, contract negotiations, and legal strategies for litigation and other legal activities. Commercial contract types may include, without limitation, sourcing agreements and amendments, terms and conditions, confidentiality agreements, software license agreements, business process outsourcing agreements, and data processing agreements. The successful candidate will be able to work independently and assess when to seek guidance of the Senior Counsel. Responsibilities: Provide legal support to the business. Draft and prepare various contracts, amendments and standard terms and conditions for procurement, and provide guidance on contract standards. Participate in contract negotiations and communicate with suppliers on contract issues, proposals and disputes. Work closely with contract management teams to identify, analyse and resolve legal and business process issues and make appropriate recommendations. Identify and analyse legal and business risk, appropriately identifying required escalations, and assisting Senior Counsel in escalations. Monitor compliance and work with the Compliance Officer and Senior Counsel to operationalize internal policies and standard operating procedures. Coordinate the implementation of purchase arrangements by purchasing teams in the US. Coordinate with law firms and external service providers if required. monitor applicable legal and policy developments that may impact the partnership, including, but not limited to, developments in the US pharmaceutical industry. Identify opportunities and recommend solutions for process and automation enhancements. Provide ad hoc legal support to the partnership as required, including the review of IT agreements, service agreements, license agreements and intercompany documentation. Requirements: Education/Experience U. Solicitor or Barrister with a minimum of 1 year PQE (all candidates will be considered on merit). Legal experience in-house or in a law firm, reviewing and revising complex commercial contracts. Experience working in a healthcare/ biotechnology regulatory environment is preferred, but not mandatory Strong interpersonal skills Drive to identify areas of service improvement and growth Excellent contract drafting and strong attention to detail and process. Aptitude to manage simultaneous projects in an efficient and timely manner and an ability to adapt quickly to business needs and changing timelines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a collegial environment.