Biotech Corporate Counsel - IP, Contracts & Compliance

Imubiosciences; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension

Health insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Job summary

IMU Biosciences is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support the company across commercial, operational, and clinical matters. You will draft and negotiate complex contracts, safeguard our IP portfolio, and provide actionable legal counsel to internal teams as the company expands its platform capabilities and pipeline.

You will work with a dynamic team, including CLO, Contracts Manager, and outside counsel, to drive business objectives in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Juris Doctor (J.D.), or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution.
• Qualified solicitor or active bar admission in good standing in at least one relevant jurisdiction.
• 3–7 years of post-qualification experience inhouse and/or private practice in biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences.
• Strong foundational knowledge of commercial contracts, intellectual property considerations, and relevant regulatory frameworks in healthcare or biotechnology.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, and strategic partnerships.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice and guidance across all commercial matters to internal teams and organizational stakeholders.
• Help build internal legal policies, contract playbooks, and training programs while managing outside counsel when needed.

Skills

Contract drafting

IP licensing

Regulatory compliance

Healthcare knowledge

Data privacy (GDPR)

AI/ML familiarity

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

LL.B./J.D. or equivalent

Job description

IMU Biosciences is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support the company across commercial, operational, and clinical matters. You will draft and negotiate complex contracts, safeguard our IP portfolio, and provide actionable legal counsel to internal teams as the company expands its platform capabilities and pipeline.

You will work with a dynamic team, including CLO, Contracts Manager, and outside counsel, to drive business objectives in a fast-paced biotech environment.