Legal Counsel Innovation

A global, research-led organisation in the consumer health and wellness space is looking for a commercially minded Legal Counsel - Innovation to join its legal team. Working at the forefront of clinical research, product development, and scientific collaboration, the company is developing next-generation solutions aimed at improving lives worldwide.

With a strong innovation pipeline and a multi-disciplinary team spanning science, product, and regulatory functions, this is a strategic legal role that offers a direct impact on high-value projects. The company places a high priority on ethical compliance, regulatory excellence, and cross-functional collaboration - all within a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.

Your role as Legal Counsel - Innovation

Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of legal agreements including clinical trial, research collaboration, licensing, and vendor contracts

Provide legal support for scientific and clinical research projects, ensuring risk mitigation and regulatory compliance

Advise stakeholders on the legal risks and implications of business decisions, particularly those involving product development and research activities

Conduct legal reviews of scientific publications, research materials, and internal documentation related to innovation

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across IP, regulatory, commercial, and litigation functions to support end-to-end legal needs

Offer timely, pragmatic legal advice to support R&D objectives, balancing scientific ambition with legal rigour

Stay up to date on legal developments, benchmarks, and best practices in healthcare, life sciences, and clinical research

Experience and qualifications for the Legal Counsel - Innovation role

Qualified lawyer (Juris Doctor or equivalent) with a license to practice law

Minimum 7 years' legal experience within life sciences, healthcare, or biotechnology, ideally combining law firm and in-house roles

Proven ability to advise on complex legal issues in R&D environments, including clinical trials and regulatory matters

Experience managing multiple projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced, commercially focused setting

Skilled in reviewing and negotiating complex legal documents with scientific and commercial relevance

Strong grasp of healthcare compliance and relevant regulatory frameworks

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to advise senior stakeholders clearly and confidently

Comfortable collaborating across departments and building consensus in a cross-functional environment

High level of personal integrity and professionalism, with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach

Perks and benefits

Competitive base salary and annual bonus structure

Hybrid working model with flexibility built in

Clear pathways for legal career progression within a global business

Exposure to cutting-edge clinical research and innovative product development

Collaborative culture with a focus on inclusion, respect, and professional growth

Access to legal and professional development resources to support continuous learning

If you're a legal professional with a passion for science, innovation, and meaningful work - this could be your next move.