Sole Legal Counsel – Biotech in Cambridge

Job description

Legal Counsel | Sole Counsel | Innovative HealthTech

Hybrid – Occasional travel to Cambridge

An award-winning cognitive technology company is looking for a commercially-minded Legal Counsel to join as its first in-house lawyer. This is a rare opportunity to step into a standalone legal role, shaping the legal function in a growing and purpose-driven environment.

About the Business:

This HealthTech innovator is redefining how brain health is measured and monitored through cutting-edge software and digital assessments. With customers ranging from global pharma to academic institutions, the company plays a vital role in clinical trials, cognitive research, and healthcare delivery.

The Role:

You’ll be the go-to person for all legal matters, reporting into the executive team and working closely with commercial, product, and compliance teams. Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing a wide range of commercial agreements
• Advising on data protection, IP, and regulatory matters
• Supporting international expansion and partnerships
• Managing external counsel
• Establishing scalable legal processes and policies

About You:

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with circa 4+ years’ PQE
• Strong background in commercial contracts, ideally with exposure to tech, SaaS, or life sciences
• Confident working autonomously and partnering with senior stakeholders
• Comfortable handling a broad in-house workload with a pragmatic, risk-aware approach
• Interest in healthcare, neuroscience, or digital health is a bonus

What’s on Offer:

• Autonomy to build a legal function from the ground up
• Meaningful work with real-world healthcare impact
• Flexible hybrid working with occasional travel to Cambridge
• Supportive, collaborative culture with a mission-driven team

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

14-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English