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Legal Counsel

Do you want to use your Legal skills to help find treatments for rare disease patients?

About Healx

Healx is an AI-powered biotech company reimagining drug discovery for rare diseases. Over 400 million people worldwide are affected by rare conditions, yet 90% still lack approved treatments.

Our mission is to change this - combining data, technology, and deep scientific expertise to develop treatments faster and more efficiently.

Diversity and inclusion are central to our mission. We believe that building a diverse team—across backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives - is essential to developing better treatments for patients. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply - we value potential and transferable skills as much as direct experience.

Our Values

Care for Rare – Rare disease patients are at the heart of what we do
Grow as individuals – We are learners always seeking to enhance our expertise
Win as a team – We strive to remain inclusive and diverse and we celebrate successes and lessons together
Innovate and deliver – Our mission requires rapid innovation and calculated risks that won’t compromise our high standards

The Role

Healx is looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to join the team to manage day-to-day operational Legal activities as we move to our next phase.

This role is a hands-on, generalist role where you will work closely with teams across the business – including research, clinical, partnerships, technology, finance and operations – to provide practical legal support.

Healx has an international outlook, working with partners in countries across the globe to support our drug discovery pipeline. Our team is focused in the UK, Eastern US and Europe.

We are looking for someone who is tech-forward and curious, with a pragmatic approach to using technology and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency, insight, and collaboration, while maintaining strong independent judgement and critical thinking.

Key responsibilities

Contract Management and Team Partnerships

Provide day-to-day legal support and partnership to teams across the business, helping identify legal risks and work with teams to manage them appropriately whilst balancing business interests.

Draft, review, negotiate and execute a range of legal agreements (e.g. NDAs, collaboration agreements, MTAs, MSAs, SSAs, work orders, vendor and consultancy contracts).

Organise and manage filing of all legal contracts, ensuring findability of documents based on the parties to the document, as well as by type of document and date of execution.

Support strategic partnerships, including global academic and industry collaborations.

Develop processes, guidance, policies and templates that support Healx in achieving its objectives.

Work collaboratively with colleagues to embed good legal practices across Healx.

Company Secretarial

Manage company secretarial activities, including compliance filings and reporting of key legal documents, leveraging external counsel as required.

Manage legal aspects of fundraising activities, including coordinating communication with external stakeholders and their legal counsel.

Manage relationships with Healx’s outside legal counsel.

Governance and compliance

Manage compliance activities (e.g. data protection, IP, and research-related requirements, HR, technology).

Tech-forward Legal

Adopt and incorporate GenAI workflows into legal processes to improve effectiveness and efficiency

What success looks like in the next 6 months:

You have:

taken full ownership of the standard contract suite (NDAs, MTAs, MSAs, work orders) end-to-end, and the business comes to you first for these.

reshaped the contract filing and review process so senior leaders can find a contract by party, type or date within minutes

embedded multiple GenAI-assisted workflows into the team's contract review process, with measurable impact on turnaround time

run standard agreements end-to-end without escalation, and have a clear view of which agreement types still need senior input

built relationships so that the research, clinical and partnerships teams come to you directly for legal input and trust your judgement on routine matters

issued statutory filings on time, and board and shareholder records are up to date.

What we're looking for

Qualified lawyer (UK or equivalent jurisdiction).

Approximately 5+ years’ post-qualification experience (or equivalent).

Experience drafting and reviewing biotech and other commercial agreements.

Ability to work across a range of legal topics, utilising external counsel where appropriate.

Hands-on and collaborative approach to Legal.

Interest in biotech/ techbio and its impact on improving patient outcomes.

It’s a bonus if you have:

Familiarity with data protection (e.g. UK GDPR) and/or IP considerations.

Global legal knowledge.

Experience working as in-house counsel.

Experience working with outside counsel.

A background in health-tech or life sciences.

Interest in and familiarity with AI tools.

Experience working with Google Workspace, Slack, Confluence, DocuSign, Carta and other relevant tech tools.

Working at Healx

We operate a hybrid working model, with time spent in our Cambridge office alongside flexible remote working.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team and will be supported to grow your skills and experience over time.

We offer flexibility, support, and a culture that values both impact and wellbeing. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we’re happy to support you.

What’s on offer

Financial - Competitive salary, share options, 7% employer pension contributions, life insurance of 4x base salary
Health and Wellbeing - Private medical insurance, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase additional days to support a healthy work-life balance, wellbeing support via Spill and our Employee Assistance Programme
Hybrid Working - Flexible and remote working options, home office set-up allowance, periodic in-person team days for company-wide collaboration and celebration
Family Friendly - Enhanced family leave policies, miscarriage and fertility leave, flexible working practices
Personal Development and Growth - Personal learning and development budgets, regular personal development conversations and career support
Community Engagement and Support - One paid day off per year to volunteer for a cause aligned with our mission of supporting patients living with rare diseases; the opportunity to hear from and engage with patient groups and communities who offer us valuable insights into the experiences of those affected by rare diseases

How to apply

Follow the link to apply on LinkedIn or directly on our website.

For more information about Healx and how we use your data please go to https://healx.ai/privacy/

Senior QA Auditor - 60% - 80%

Senior QA Auditor - 60% - 80%

Do you want to use your strong analytical, problem-solving skills to help find treatments for rare disease patients?

About Healx

Healx is an AI-powered tech bio company that is redesigning drug discovery. With 10,000 rare diseases affecting 400 million people globally, 90% of which have no approved treatment, Healx is on a mission to pioneer the next generation of drug discovery to help rare disease patients in need. We combine data, artificial intelligence and deep pharmacology expertise to develop treatments more quickly and cheaply than traditional drug discovery.

Diversity and inclusion sits at the heart of our mission to help people with rare diseases, and we believe that attracting and empowering a diverse team is critical to achieving this goal. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and walks of life.

Below we have included the qualities that we feel are required for you to excel in this role; however we appreciate that people can apply transferable skills from all walks of life and experience. If you think you have what it takes, love our mission and resonate with our values but are worried you don't tick every box – we still want to hear from you and encourage you to apply!

Our Values

Care for Rare – Rare disease patients are at the heart of what we do
Grow as individuals – We are learners always seeking to enhance our expertise
Win as a team – We strive to remain inclusive and diverse and we celebrate successes and lessons together
Innovate and deliver – Our mission requires rapid innovation and calculated risks that won’t compromise our high standards

The role

Healx is looking for a part-time (60% - 80%) experienced Senior QA Auditor to join the team to lead strong analytical, problem-solving activities that ensure all clinical research (GCP) and manufacturing (GMP) related activities performed by Healx personnel and vendors are carried out in accordance with industry expectations, SOPs, and international regulations.

Healx’s Senior QA Auditor will be working closely with Healx’s Clinical team, they will ensure Healx is inspection-ready and drives continuous quality improvement across both clinical and manufacturing activities. They will ensure all clinical research activities at Healx complies with GCP standards, SOPs, and international regulations, execute Healx’s annual audit plan, and
support the team with risk management planning and training.

The GMP aspect of this role involves ensuring Healx’s investigational products meet strict GMP standards through Healx’s QMS management. Key duties include working with Healx’s CMC Director to manage review batch records, auditing (internal, external, supplier), deviation/CAPA investigation, conducting root cause analysis, documentation and change control, handling out-of-spec results, product release and ensuring adherence to regulations.

You will partner closely and report to the Global Head of Clinical Development to provide the strategic oversight and tactical execution of the Quality Management System (QMS). You’ll be closely collaborating with CMC, Regulatory Affairs, Pre-Clinical and Clinical Operations personnel to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement in Healx’s QMS and manufacturing of Healx’s investigational products.

Key responsibilities

GMP Key Responsibilities

Review and co-approve Quality Technical Agreements with GMP vendors, and ensure any project study changes in scope are appropriately reflected

Manage GMP documents, review and co-approve batch records, and ensure proper control and archiving of quality-related data

Work closely with Regulatory Affairs to ensure that all manufacturing and clinical activities remain in strict alignment with current regulatory filings (e.g., IND, CTA, or MAA) and to support the preparation of regulatory submissions

Product Release: Approve or reject raw materials, intermediates, and finished products, often involving data review and certification. Verify that batch documentation and product specifications comply with the 'Approved' versions filed with Health Authorities before final certification or release

Investigations: Investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results, deviations, and trends, performing root cause analysis (RCA)

Include-Represent QA as needed for any product complaints and on the SPEC Committee

Work closely with 3rd party Production, R&D, QC, and Supply Chain teams and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure chemistry, manufacturing, and control (CMC) compliance

Quality Assurance & Quality System Management responsibilities:

Develop, write and maintain company SOPs in accordance with industry expectations, ICH-GCP and GMP guidelines and regulations where Healx operates

Maintain and improve Healx’s Quality Management System (QMS), including delivery of training and tracking of training across company, change control (including regulatory impact assessment in coordination with Regulatory Affairs), deviations, CAPAs, and risk assessments, in cooperation with the management team (MT), department directors and with support from the Clinical Team

Prepare and execute the annual audit plan (scope to include compliance with QMS, external audits at investigational sites and third-party vendors) and in ensuring vendors maintain their qualification

Ensure Healx is inspection ready at all times and conduct self-inspections and advise the Management Team and department directors on vendor selection and evaluation process

Liaise with Regulatory Affairs as the primary point of contact for official Health Authority inspections (e.g., MHRA, FDA, EMA), ensuring coordinated communication and timely submission of responses to inspection findings

Manage and oversee third party auditors to ensure compliance with Healx’s audit standards and current guidelines

Assist in the preparation, management, hosting and follow-up of audits/inspections by third parties

Provide recommendations for corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) resulting from audits and provide advice on the resolution of any other quality-related issues, escalations

Risk Management:

Assist the Clinical team in preparing a project-specific Risk Management Plan.

Assist the Clinical team in preparing risk-based monitoring plans

Train personnel on Risk Management as appropriate

You will know you are successful when

Have successfully managed the interface between Quality and Regulatory Affairs, specifically regarding the regulatory impact of manufacturing changes and clinical trial amendments

Have ensured that audit results are monitored for trends and advise the Leadership Team, and staff, on improvements

Sucessfully assisted the Leadership Team in preparing and maintaining a corporate Risk Management Plan (RMP)

Have translated guidelines, rules and regulations into clear and usable recommendations / procedures

What we're looking for

You have at least 7 years experience in pharma, biotech and/or CRO industries, preferably in both Clinical Research Operations and Quality Assurance, and you’re now looking for your next step up. You are excited about taking on new challenges and responsibilities in a mission-driven startup. We'd love to hear from you if your experience and interest overlaps with this profile:

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Life Science or Health related field, or in Quality Management

Deep understanding of ICH-GCP and GMP guidelines, working knowledge of applicable EU directives/regulations, UK legislation and international clinical trial regulations (e.g., EU GMP, US FDA cGMP)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

Process oriented and pragmatic

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for leading teams and stakeholders

Willingness to travel to the US (once or twice a year)

Hands-on and collaborative approach to strong analytical, problem-solving

Interest in biotech/ techbio and its impact of improving patient outcomes

It’s a bonus if you have:

Experience with electronic Quality Management Systems (eQMS)

Ability to work in cleanroom environments and experience of conducting GMP audits

Working at Healx

Healx works from a modern accessible office in the centre of Cambridge within easy reach of the train station. We offer a flexible, diverse and inclusive working environment that considers your individual needs and believes in maintaining a sustainable work-life balance and we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. You will be welcomed by a team of colleagues with decades of accumulated experience in their areas of expertise, happy to help you develop your own skills in a highly collaborative environment and who are keen to provide guidance and support in your personal and career development plans.

Healx is a distributed team, and operates a hybrid working model. We recognise the benefits of home working for productivity, flexibility and focused virtual collaborations across distributed teams, while also valuing the importance of in-person interaction for building relationships and solving complex problems. Healx holds three all-company Team Days events each year at our Cambridge office and expects teams to come together in person for regular Team Workshops throughout the year.

Healx will provide you with support and guidance to help you do your best work and make an impact. We offer flexible working and believe in maintaining a sustainable work-life balance.

What’s on offer

Financial - Competitive salary, share options, 7% employer pension contributions, life insurance of 4x base salary
Health and Wellbeing - Private medical insurance, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase additional days to support a healthy work-life balance, wellbeing support via Spill and our Employee Assistance Programme
Hybrid Working - Flexible and remote working options, home office set-up allowance, periodic in-person team days for company-wide collaboration and celebration
Family Friendly - Enhanced family leave policies, miscarriage and fertility leave, flexible working practices
Personal Development and Growth - Personal learning and development budgets, regular personal development conversations and career support
Community Engagement and Support - One paid day off per year to volunteer for a cause aligned with our mission of supporting patients living with rare diseases; the opportunity to hear from and engage with patient groups and communities who offer us valuable insights into the experiences of those affected by rare diseases

How to apply

Follow the link to apply on LinkedIn or directly on our website.

For more information about Healx and how we use your data please go to https://healx.ai/privacy/

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