Legal Counsel - Global Product Strategy

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

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

Additional Information

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. We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee. At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact. 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.

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