Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join our Legal team on a 12 month fixed term contract.
The successful applicant will have a general experience of broader commercial work.
Reporting directly to the Vice President, Legal, they will enjoy a varied role advising the company's teams in the UK and US.
Key responsibilities: Lead in the drafting, reviewing and negotiation of various legal agreements and other legal documents including services, confidentiality, material transfer, consultancy, research, collaboration, and IP license agreements Provide legal support for the company's clinical trials across multiple jurisdictions Provide ad hoc general legal support as required Assist individuals in the business who need assistance with the contract approval process Supervise external counsel as required Apply detailed understanding of the technologies, products, intellectual property and R&D activities of the business Interact with key stakeholders in the UK and US on a daily basis Assist with management of any litigation Qualifications Essential:? Qualified lawyer (3 years PQE or above).
Experience in broad range of commercial and corporate legal advice, including commercial contracts and related IP issues.
Good analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in an international team across different time zones.
Able to prioritise and manage a high volume of work.
Ability to work across functions – excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to proactively identify issues, think strategically, propose and implement practical solutions.
Willing to take on new challenges.
Desirable:? Experience advising life sciences companies.
Experience working in the in-house environment.
Additional Information State-of-the-art campus environment with on campus restaurant and Montessori nursery Flexible working environment Competitive reward including annual company bonus Employee recognition schemes 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays + option to buy up to 5 additional days annually Employer contribution to pension (employee does not have to contribute) Life assurance cover 4x basic salary Private Medical Insurance, including optical and dental cover. Group income protection Employee assistance program Health Cash Plan Access to company subsidized gym membership.
Cycle to work scheme Bicycle Therapeutics is committed to building a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.
We recognize that diverse and inclusive teams build a stronger and more innovative company.
Therefore, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability status, marital status, or veteran status.