Legal and data privacy manager

Job Description

Location: Paddington, London (Hybrid: 2-3 days per week on‑site).
\nSalary: £85,000 - £93,000 (depending on experience) + 15% bonus + 10% pension + £5,000 - £8,000 CA + lunch paid.

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The Company

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A global biopharmaceutical company, who are focused on creating a real impact every day for patients and society, are seeking a high‑performing, autonomous Legal & Privacy Counsel/Manager to join their UK & Ireland team. The team is a small, collaborative, and high‑impact function supporting a fast‑moving commercial organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior commercial lawyer with strong stakeholder presence, excellent judgement, and a passion for partnering closely with the business.
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\nThe Role

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As Legal & Privacy Counsel/Manager, you will provide broad commercial legal support to their UK & Ireland Commercial Operations, working closely with brand teams, senior stakeholders, and cross‑functional partners. You will also act as a key advisor on UK data privacy matters, supporting the implementation of global privacy initiatives locally. You will report to the Senior Legal Director, UK & Ireland, and may deputise for them when required.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Commercial & General Legal Support

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• Draft, review, negotiate and approve a wide range of commercial agreements, including HCP/HCO contracts.

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• Support brand teams on product‑related initiatives, ensuring compliant execution.

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• Maintain and update legal templates, resources, and the Legal SharePoint site.

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• Provide legal training to the business and proactively monitor changes in legislation.

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• Manage contractual disputes/litigation with external counsel where needed.

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• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, industry standards, and corporate policies.

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• Review promotional materials in collaboration with Medical and Regulatory teams.

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• Support Group Legal projects, including contract management initiatives.

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Data Privacy:

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• Provide expert advice on UK data protection and data transfers.

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• Deliver regular privacy training across the business.

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• Support DPIAs, DSARs, and maintenance of data processing records.

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• Implement privacy projects from Group Legal and Global Data Privacy teams.

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About You

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• Minimum 4+ PQE (will consider strong 3+ PQE with excellent product‑legal experience).

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• You will be an England Wales or Commonwealth qualified lawyer.

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• Strong commercial contracts experience and ability to work autonomously.

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• Solid working knowledge of GDPR and UK data privacy law.

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• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.

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• Highly organised, resilient, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced commercial environment.

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• Experience advising senior stakeholders and sales teams.

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• Must have ABPI Code of Practice experience.

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• Experience in pharmaceuticals, life sciences, medical devices, or manufacturing pharma.

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Salary & Benefits

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• £85,000 - £90,000, flexibility upwards, depending on experience.

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• 15% annual bonus.

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• 10% pension contribution.

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• £5,000 - £8,000 cash allowance (linked to green transport usage).

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• Lunch paid for.

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• High‑performing, supportive team with real autonomy.

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• Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in Paddington).

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• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a purpose‑driven organisation.

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If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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