Legal Counsel – Global Product Strategy

Galderma; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package with

Extended benefits package

Hybrid work culture

Career development path

Ownership culture

Job summary

Galderma in London is seeking a Legal Counsel to support Global Product Strategy across Injectable Aesthetics and Dermatological Skincare. You will partner with Global Product Strategy, Medical Affairs, R&D and Commercial teams to provide pragmatic legal guidance across regulatory, promotional and lifecycle matters.

The role combines advisory, training and governance duties in a fast-paced, science-driven environment, with a hybrid work model and opportunities to influence global product

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of relevant life sciences legal experience.
• Combination of law firm and in-house life sciences/regulatory background.
• Proven experience as a product or regulatory attorney supporting product lifecycle.
• Experience reviewing promotional and scientific materials.
• Working knowledge of Veeva or similar content approval systems.
• Understanding healthcare compliance frameworks (anti-bribery, anti-corruption, industry codes).
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate legal requirements into pragmatic solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal support for injectable aesthetics and dermatological skincare products.
• Advise on global regulatory frameworks across pharmaceuticals, devices, cosmetics and consumer health.
• Review and approve promotional and scientific materials for regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance on go-to-market strategies and product launches.
• Draft, review and negotiate life sciences agreements.
• Deliver legal and regulatory training to stakeholders.

Skills

Regulatory law

Healthcare compliance

Veeva knowledge

Promotional review

Medical/review guidance

Cross-functional collaboration

Legal advisory

Education

Law degree (JD or international equivalent)

Admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction

Tools

Veeva

Content approval systems

Job description

Role: Legal Counsel – Global Product Strategy

Location: London – hybrid – 3 days/week onsite.

In this high-impact and dynamic role based in London, United Kingdom, you will report directly to the Head of Legal, Global Product Strategy, R&D and Regulatory Law. As a product attorney, you will support two key franchises, Injectable Aesthetics and Dermatological Skincare, providing legal guidance across a complex and evolving regulatory landscape spanning pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer/OTC products.

This position offers a unique opportunity to partner closely with Global Product Strategy, Medical Affairs, R&D and Commercial teams, providing pragmatic, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced, science-driven environment. We're looking for someone who brings strong legal expertise, a collaborative approach and a solutions-oriented mindset to help drive innovation while ensuring compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Legal Support – Injectable Aesthetics & Dermatological Skincare
  • Serve as the lead legal partner for designated product portfolios across Injectable Aesthetics and Dermatological Skincare
  • Advise on global regulatory frameworks across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cosmetics and consumer health products
  • Support product teams in navigating multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements and evolving regulations
• Promotional & Medical Review
  • Review and approve promotional, non-promotional and scientific materials, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry codes
  • Advise on promotion and advertising requirements, including interactions with healthcare professionals and patients
  • Support compliant material review processes through Veeva or similar systems
  • Provide guidance on scientific exchange, real-world evidence initiatives and medical education programmes
  • Support governance and risk mitigation for global and cross-border activities
• Commercial & Strategic Business Partnering
  • Act as a trusted legal advisor to Global Product Strategy, Commercial and Medical Affairs teams
  • Provide legal guidance on go-to-market strategies, product positioning and business initiatives
  • Support product launches, line extensions and global congress activities
• Regulatory Law & Compliance Advisory
  • Advise on regulatory compliance matters, including promotion, labelling, safety communications and post-market activities
  • Counsel on anti-bribery, anti-corruption and other healthcare compliance considerations
  • Monitor regulatory developments, assess business impact and recommend risk mitigation strategies
• Contractual Support
  • Draft, review and negotiate a range of life sciences agreements, including services and consultancy agreements
  • Partner with R&D, Alliance Management and external stakeholders to support innovation and development programmes
• Training & Enablement
  • Deliver legal and regulatory training to commercial, medical and regulatory stakeholders
  • Promote awareness of key legal requirements and support a culture of compliance
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership
  • Build strong partnerships across Legal, Regulatory, Medical Affairs and Commercial teams
  • Share best practices and contribute to a high-performing global legal team

Skills and qualifications:

• Law degree (JD or international equivalent) required
• Admission to practice law in at least one jurisdiction
• 5–8+ years of relevant legal experience in the life sciences sector
• Combination of: Law firm experience (preferred, with focus on life sciences/regulatory) and In-house experience within a pharmaceutical, medical device, or consumer health company
• Demonstrated experience as a product or regulatory attorney supporting product lifecycle activities
• Proven experience in reviewing promotional and scientific materials
• Working knowledge of Veeva or similar content approval systems
• Understanding of healthcare compliance frameworks (e.g., anti-bribery, anti-corruption, industry codes)
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate legal requirements into pragmatic solutions

What We Offer In Return

• You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.
• You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package.
• You will be able to work in a hybrid work culture.
• You will participate in feedback loops, during which a personalized career path will be established.
• You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take on accountability.

Our people make a difference

At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.

About us

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

Galderma is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.