Regulatory Counsel: Remote Medical Cannabis

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

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.