Commercial Lawyer

Cambridge

About biomodal

Join the multiomic revolution! Over the last 20 years, genomic technologies have enabled significant discoveries that bring the promise of personalised medicine closer than ever before. But after two decades of research, it’s clear that genetic variation only tells part of the story – biology is dynamic and more complex than A, C, T, G. Already, the added information from a multiomic view of biology is yielding important insights into cancer, ageing, and neurological disease, and is poised to revolutionise how we understand health and disease beyond canonical variation in DNA.

biomodal is an omics-based life sciences technology and analytics company, delivering products that bring the dynamism of our ever-changing biology into focus. Our team is dedicated to developing the most advanced solutions to interrogate and understand the complex interplay of genomics and epigenomics.

We have launched our first products, the duet +modC and duet evoC solutions, with more in the pipeline, and are looking to grow and evolve our business accordingly.  This is an incredible opportunity to step into an exciting, early-stage company at the cutting edge of science with exceptional growth and market impact potential.

Multiomics is the future – come and join the biomodal team!

The Team

The Legal Team at biomodal is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support and ensuring compliance across all business operations. Collaborating closely with various departments, the function integrates legal considerations into strategic decisions, risk management, and support business development. The team is committed to staying ahead of industry regulations and fostering a collaborative environment where legal and business goals align seamlessly.

 

The Role

As a General Commercial Lawyer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring legal compliance and mitigating risks across a range of commercial activities. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Commercial Contracts & Legal Advisory:
    • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial contracts, including supplier, collaboration, and licensing agreements.
    • Advising internal teams on legal issues related to business operations, including regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and data protection.
    • Providing legal support for business development initiatives, ensuring effective management of contractual and regulatory risks.
  • Regulatory & Compliance:
    • Monitoring and interpreting changes in legislation affecting the biotech industry.
    • Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including intellectual property, data protection (e.g., GDPR), and commercial regulations.
    • Assisting in developing and implementing internal legal policies and procedures.
  • Dispute Resolution & Risk Management:
    • Identifying and managing legal risks associated with business operations.
    • Supporting the resolution of legal disputes, coordinating with external counsel when necessary.
    • Working with internal teams to develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Working cross-functionally with internal departments to integrate legal considerations into business decisions.
    • Liaising with external legal advisors, regulators, and industry bodies as required.
    • Providing training and guidance to internal teams on legal and compliance matters.

 

The Person

We are looking for a skilled commercial lawyer with the following qualifications and competencies:

  • Skills & Competencies:
    • Strong commercial awareness and ability to align legal advice with business objectives.
    • Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
    • Strong problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
    • Adaptability and eagerness to stay updated on industry regulations and legal developments.
  • Qualifications:
    • UK or US qualified attorney.
    • Proven post-qualification  industrial experience, ideally in an analogous industry sector.
    • Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.

This role would suit an individual excited by the prospect of joining a newly commercialised business with a disruptive technology in the biotech sector, and helping to build legal processes that enable scale and growth.

 

Benefits

  • 25 days annual leave
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • 10% pension contribution
  • Private health plan

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