Legal Counsel — Global Product Strategy

Legal Counsel — Global Product Strategy

Location: London – hybrid – 3 days/week onsite.

In this high-impact and dynamic role based in London, United Kingdom, you will report directly to the Head of Legal, Global Product Strategy, R&D and Regulatory Law. As a product attorney, you will support two key franchises, Injectable Aesthetics and Dermatological Skincare, providing legal guidance across a complex and evolving regulatory landscape spanning pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer/OTC products.

This position offers a unique opportunity to partner closely with Global Product Strategy, Medical Affairs, R&D and Commercial teams, providing pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice in a fast‑paced, science‑driven environment. We’re looking for someone who brings strong legal expertise, a collaborative approach and a solutions‑oriented mindset to help drive innovation while ensuring compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Legal Support – Injectable Aesthetics & Dermatological Skincare

• Serve as the lead legal partner for designated product portfolios across Injectable Aesthetics and Dermatological Skincare
• Advise on global regulatory frameworks across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics and consumer health products
• Support product teams in navigating multi‑jurisdictional regulatory requirements and evolving regulations

Promotional & Medical Review

• Review and approve promotional, non‑promotional and scientific materials, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry codes
• Advise on promotion and advertising requirements, including interactions with healthcare professionals and patients
• Support compliant material review processes through Veeva or similar systems
• Provide guidance on scientific exchange, real‑world evidence initiatives and medical education programmes
• Support governance and risk mitigation for global and cross‑border activities

Commercial & Strategic Business Partnering

• Act as a trusted legal advisor to Global Product Strategy, Commercial and Medical Affairs teams
• Provide legal guidance on go‑to‑market strategies, product positioning and business initiatives
• Support product launches, line extensions and global congress activities

Regulatory Law & Compliance Advisory

• Advise on regulatory compliance matters, including promotion, labelling, safety communications and post‑market activities
• Counsel on anti‑bribery, anti‑corruption and other healthcare compliance considerations
• Monitor regulatory developments, assess business impact and recommend risk mitigation strategies

Contractual Support

• Draft, review and negotiate a range of life sciences agreements, including services and consultancy agreements
• Partner with R&D, Alliance Management and external stakeholders to support innovation and development programmes

Training & Enablement

• Deliver legal and regulatory training to commercial, medical and regulatory stakeholders
• Promote awareness of key legal requirements and support a culture of compliance

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership

• Build strong partnerships across Legal, Regulatory, Medical Affairs and Commercial teams
• Share best practices and contribute to a high‑performing global legal team

Skills and qualifications:

• Law degree (JD or international equivalent) required
• Admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction
• 5–8+ years of relevant legal experience in the life sciences sector
• Combination of:
• Law firm experience (preferred, with focus on life sciences/regulatory)
• In‑house experience within a pharmaceutical, medical device, or consumer health company
• Demonstrated experience as a product or regulatory attorney supporting product lifecycle activities
• Proven experience in reviewing promotional and scientific materials
• Working knowledge of Veeva or similar content approval systems
• Understanding of healthcare compliance frameworks (e.g., anti‑bribery, anti‑corruption, industry codes)
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate legal requirements into pragmatic solutions

What We Offer In Return

• You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
• You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package.
• You will be able to work in a hybrid work culture.
• You will participate in feedback loops, during which a personalized career path will be established.
• You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability.