Senior Solicitor Role, Cancer Research UK

3 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom CANCER RESEARCH UK Full time

About Us:

Cancer Research UK is a leading charity that exists to beat cancer. We have a team of passionate professionals who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people affected by cancer.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in commercial law and experience in advising on life sciences-related activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide timely, proactive, and commercial legal advice and solutions to the organisation.
  • Develop a strong understanding of our business areas and build excellent working relationships across the organisation.
  • Oversee the reviewing, drafting, and negotiating of legal agreements related to collaborative research and intellectual property.
  • Line manage and mentor staff within the legal team, ensuring delivery of operational goals and service excellence.
  • Promote the team and its role within the organisation and among stakeholders.

Requirements:

  • Degree-level qualification in law with relevant qualification as a solicitor or barrister.
  • Significant experience in an in-house or private practice role.
  • Excellent working knowledge of commercial law and best practice; intellectual property law (particularly patents).
  • Ability to demonstrate leadership behaviours and propose and constructively critique ideas for the better management of the legal team and the organisation as a whole.

What We Offer:

Cancer Research UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career and personal development. We are committed to creating a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provides a positive impact on people.

How to Apply:

To apply for this role, please submit your CV and complete the work history section of the online application form. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process to ensure fairness and objectivity.

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