Provide comprehensive legal advisory support on multi-jurisdictional business development deals, including late-stage product transactions (such as distributorships and asset acquisitions/divestments) and early-stage product/technology deals (including IP licenses and R&D collaborations).
Support the management of legal issues arising from key business alliances to enable effective operations and ensure sound risk management.
Conduct contractual due diligence and assess legal risks and mitigation strategies.
Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of business development agreements (e.g., asset purchase and sale agreements, licensing agreements, distribution agreements) and dispute-related documents (e.g., claim letters, settlement agreements).
Manage dispute resolution matters, working with external counsel where necessary, and conduct legal research as required.
Provide legal support for internal projects and broader corporate/commercial legal matters.
Develop and maintain internal legal guidelines, playbooks and template agreements.
Coordinate, draft and finalise inter-Mundipharma network agreements and corporate documentation.
Deliver legal training to employees on relevant legal topics when needed.
Requirements
Law degree or equivalent, with qualification as a lawyer (or practicing equivalent) in England & Wales or another Commonwealth jurisdiction.
Minimum 6 years’ experience in a legal department supporting corporate, commercial and M&A transactions.
Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred but not essential.
Proven experience and expertise in M&A or other material commercial transactions.
Strong drafting skills across licensing, asset purchase/sale, distribution, supply, confidentiality and service agreements.
Self-motivated, results-driven and accountable, with the ability to work independently.
Personable, with strong relationship-building skills across all organizational levels.
Fluent in English, both written and spoken, with excellent communication abilities.
Pragmatic and solutions-focused, with strong judgment and influencing capabilities.
Confident and credible, with the ability to work effectively with senior management.
Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Growth mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
Benefits
Opportunities for learning & development through our varied programme.
Collaborative, inclusive work environment.
Job title
Legal Counsel, Business Development – Alliance Management
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