Junior Legal Counsel
You will provide strategic and solutions-focused legal advice primarily across life sciences, information law, and public health law. You will work closely with operational, scientific, and policy colleagues to handle commercial agreements, research collaborations, data protection, and public inquiries. The role involves managing a varied caseload, supporting vaccine sector industry engagement, and advising on outbreak management activities. You will report to a Senior Legal Counsel within a dynamic team supporting the UK Health Security Agency.
What they're looking for
- Newly qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate
- Experience in life sciences, information law, and public health law
- Strong organisational skills to manage a varied caseload
- Sound legal judgement with strong communication skills
Qualifications
- Admitted to the roll of solicitors in England and Wales
- Current practising certificate regulated by the SRA
Nationality requirements
Open to UK, Irish, Commonwealth, EU and Turkish nationals with the right to work.
Selection process
Applications are assessed via an application form and a 1500-word supporting statement. Successful candidates will be invited to a remote interview via MS Teams.
Apply on Civil Service Jobs ↗Originally listed on Civil Service Jobs.