Associate – Life Sciences Regulatory and Compliance

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Our Life Sciences and Healthcare sector lawyers advise clients across three core sub‑sectors:

• the biotech and pharmaceuticals space, supporting companies developing and marketing medicinal products and advanced therapies;
• the digital health and medtech industries, working with innovative device, in vitro diagnostic, software and health data‑driven companies; and
• the healthcare sector, including service providers, industry associations, investors and stakeholders shaping the delivery of patient care.

Within our Regulatory and Compliance service line, we help these clients navigate the fast‑evolving EU and national frameworks that govern their industries. Our work covers both strategic compliance and hands‑on regulatory support – advising on how to obtain and maintain market approvals, ensure product quality, manage cross‑border operations, and build robust engagement strategies with authorities and business partners.

In a specialist and growing team, you will work on Regulatory and Compliance matters throughout the entire lifecycle of healthcare products: from early‑stage research and clinical investigations, to marketing authorisations, CE‑marking and other conformity assessments, through to manufacturing, distribution, promotion, and product liability. You’ll contribute to the design and implementation of quality management systems (QMS) and good practices (GxP), guide ethical interactions with healthcare professionals, organisations and patient associations, and represent clients before European regulators, national authorities and trade bodies.

You’ll also work closely with Osborne Clarke’s integrated international Life Sciences and Healthcare group on multi‑jurisdictional Regulatory and Compliance mandates. Our approach is pragmatic, collaborative and forward‑looking – delivering concrete, business‑oriented solutions aligned with the rapidly transforming landscape of EU life sciences regulation, from sustainability and AI to new digital health frameworks.

We are looking for an Associate lawyer to join the Life Sciences Regulatory and Compliance team who:

• has 3 to 8 years of experience in Life Sciences Regulatory and Compliance;
• possesses a law degree from a European university with outstanding academic results; a Master's degree in English is a definite plus;
• has completed bar admission requirements in their jurisdiction and actively maintains compliance with ongoing bar obligations;
• is fluent in English, with an excellent command of French and/or Dutch (any other language is an asset);
• is a true team player, with an international mindset;
• is rigorous, precise, pro-active and pragmatic;
• is a digital native, comfortable with and fluent in technology;
• has outstanding oral and written communications skills;
• is personable and contributes positively to a lively work environment.
  
  

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We’re looking for the sharpest minds and the brightest talent to work with some of the best-known brands and businesses in the world. In return, you’ll be given the chance to shine. We give people the opportunity to contribute from the outset, with class-leading support and guidance every step of the way. Regardless of role or responsibility, we make sure that everybody has the chance to make an impact and bring something to the table.

At Osborne Clarke, we are known for our open and inclusive culture. We believe that by investing in the diversity and wellbeing of our people, we create an environment where everyone can thrive to be the best they can be. This means recognising that our people have lives and commitments outside of work. We have invested in connected working for our people and we will accommodate flexible working for all our roles.

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