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Legal and Privacy Manager, UK & Ireland

Legal and Privacy Manager, UK & Ireland

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London, United kingdom

Freelance

17-12-2025

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Communication

Job Specifications

Location: Paddington, London

Function: Legal

Hybrid Working | Full-time

Ipsen is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on innovation and specialty care. We are looking for a Legal and Privacy Counsel/Manager to join our UK & Ireland team.

This role is ideal for someone with a few years of post-qualification experience who is ready to take on broader responsibilities and grow steadily over the next few years.

Your Role

As Part Of Our Legal Team, You’ll

Provide legal support to our UK & Ireland Commercial Operations.
Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts, including those involving healthcare professionals and organisations.
Advise on UK data privacy matters, including data processing records, DPIAs and DSARs.
Support product-related initiatives and ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Regulatory, Medical, Finance, and Group Legal.
Receive guidance and mentorship from the Senior Legal Director, with opportunities to expand your scope over time.

Essential

What You’ll Bring

A recognised legal qualification (e.g. LLB or equivalent).
Some experience working in a legal role, either in-house or in private practice.
A good understanding of UK data protection laws and GDPR.
Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn.

Preferred

UK solicitor qualification.
Familiarity with the ABPI Code of Practice or experience in the pharmaceutical/life sciences sector.
Experience with the One Trust platform.
Interest in developing broader legal and compliance capabilities.

Why Ipsen?

At Ipsen, we’re committed to creating real impact every day—for patients, for society, and for our people. This role offers a clear path for growth, with the support of experienced colleagues and exposure to a wide range of legal and privacy matters. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.

Looking for your next step in legal and privacy?

Apply now and grow your career with purpose.

About the Company

We are a global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on bringing transformative medicines to patients in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Our pipeline is fueled by external innovation and supported by nearly 100 years of development experience and global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K. Our teams in more than 40 countries and our partnerships around the world enable us to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. For more information, visit ipsen.com. Pauta exclusiva para México:... Know more