Pharmaceuticals Regulatory Lawyer

Alternaleaf; City of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital health company in London is seeking a Pharmaceuticals Regulatory Lawyer to support compliance with UK medicines regulations, specifically regarding cannabis-based medicines. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in healthcare regulation and strong legal advising skills. This full-time role offers opportunities for professional growth and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday (rising to 30) + bank holidays

Pension matching up to 5%

Work-from-home options

Qualifications

• 4–6 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in healthcare or medicines regulation.
• Experience of UK regulatory frameworks for prescription medicines, including cannabis.
• Proven ability to provide business-focused legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with UK healthcare regulations.
• Advise teams on legal issues related to medical cannabis.
• Conduct regulatory risk assessments.
• Draft and negotiate legal agreements.

Skills

In-depth understanding of medicines regulation

Strong drafting and negotiating skills

Project management skills

Education

UK qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

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Montu UK seeks a mid-level (around 5 years PQE) healthcare regulatory lawyer to join the in-house legal team. The successful candidate will provide specialist advice on UK medicines regulation, with particular focus on prescription-only medicines, digital health models, and regulatory frameworks relevant to medical cannabis and telehealth. The role directly supports Montu’s mission of trustworthy, compliant, and patient-centred cannabis therapies.

Base pay range

£90K - £110K

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Montu’s operations, medicines supply, and telehealth services remain fully compliant with MHRA, CQC, GPhC, and relevant healthcare regulations, with a special focus on prescription cannabis medicines.
• Advise senior leaders, clinical, and digital teams on all legal and regulatory issues arising from the provision of medical cannabis, digital prescribing, pharmacy practice standards, and novel healthcare delivery models.
• Conduct and report on regulatory risk assessments for current and future products, especially where cannabis-based medicines or remote prescribing are involved.
• Lead regulatory horizon scanning, monitoring developments in UK and (where relevant) EU medicines and pharmacy law to ensure proactive compliance and business readiness.
• Liaise with regulators (MHRA, CQC, GPhC) in connection with authorisations, registrations, audits, and inspections, supporting Montu’s relationship management and incident responses.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements relevant to Montu’s ecosystem (e.g., supplier, clinical, technical, research, and digital health contracts), ensuring all regulatory obligations are met and reflected.
• Design and deliver internal regulatory training to non-legal teams, fostering best practice, innovation, and regulatory compliance culture.
• Support Montu’s industry leadership by contributing to policy engagement, thought leadership, and advocacy for evidence‑based regulatory change in the medical cannabis field.

Minimum Qualifications

• UK qualified solicitor or barrister with 4–6 years’ post‑qualification experience (PQE) in healthcare, life sciences, or medicines regulation (in‑house or private practice).
• Experience of UK regulatory frameworks for prescription medicines, ideally including cannabis‑based products for medicinal use in humans (CBPMs), and their clinical and digital supply pathways.
• Prior work with CQC and GPhC frameworks for remote clinical practice, online pharmacies, or digital health businesses.
• Proven ability to provide practical, business‑focused legal advice in a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven environment.

Knowledge & Skills

• In‑depth understanding of medicines regulation: including pharmacysupply chains, healthcare and medicines advertising, controlled drugs regulations, inspections and enforcement.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of UK healthcare and pharmacy regulatory entities and legal standards (MHRA, CQC, GPhC).
• Ability to interpret clinical and digital healthcare regulatory risks and communicate clearly to non‑lawyer stakeholders.
• Strong drafting, negotiating, and project management skills, particularly in clinical, digital, and pharmaceutical contract settings.
• Commitment to patient safety, compliance, and Montu’s mission of accessible, innovative cannabis care.

Desirable

• Experience supporting medical cannabis or other specialist medicines businesses in the UK market.
• Knowledge of patient consent, data protection, and privacy as they relate to digital health and medicine supply.
• Involvement in policy or regulatory reform initiatives in the health tech or life sciences sector.

What You’ll Get

• Generous Leave: 25 days holiday (rising to 27 after year one and 30 after year two) + 8 bank holidays
• Pension Matching: Up to 5% employer matching contributions.
• Flexibility and Wellness: Work‑from‑home options, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and more.
• Growth Opportunities: Collaborate across teams and represent Montu at events, with support to grow your skills and impact.

Senior‑ity Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

About Montu

Montu UK is a leading digital health company specialising in cannabis‑based medicines (CBPM). We are committed to transforming lives by improving access to safe, effective treatments and offering an exceptional standard of care. Our dynamic and supportive work environment is the perfect place for you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.