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Legal Counsel - 1 year Fixed Term Contract

GenomicsLondon, United KingdomFull-timeSalary not listed · Typical pay in United KingdomPosted Oct 4, 2026
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About the role

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01Location: London (Hybrid) The Mission: Why We Exist

Genomics is a science-led transatlantic TechBio combining large-scale genetic and health data with proprietary analytics to accelerate drug discovery and advance predictive, preventative healthcare. We are united by a single vision to help people live longer, healthier lives, using the power of genomics.

Genomics aims to help people live longer, healthier lives in two ways: super-charging drug discovery and development for novel treatments with our AI-enabled advanced genetic analytics platform, and by helping people understand their personal risk of common chronic diseases through polygenic risk scores, giving doctors and health systems the chance to get the right people into the right prevention, screening and treatment programmes at the right time.

02Role Purpose

As Legal Counsel, you'll support every part of the company, with a primary focus on day-to-day commercial matters and the scope to advise across a wide range of legal issues.

This is a varied, high-visibility role for a lawyer who wants to take real ownership of day-to-day legal matters, with the backing of a supportive wider Legal team.

03A Day in the Life

  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements

  • Giving clear, solution-focused advice to colleagues across the business on their day-to-day legal questions

  • Getting to grips with new and evolving areas of law, and with the diverse needs of our distinct business units

  • Over time, and with the right support, stretching beyond your current experience into areas such as M&A, governance and company law, incentives, employment law, new product and service launches, and expansion into new jurisdictions

04Essential

  • An English-qualified (or US-qualified) lawyer with at least one year of post-qualification experience (or equivalent US experience)

  • Proven experience of commercial contracting

  • Versatile, with a genuine team mindset

  • Professional, with high levels of integrity and excellent attention to detail

  • Committed to fostering an inclusive culture within a diverse team

05Desirable

  • Training at a leading law firm

  • Some in-house experience, ideally in life sciences, healthcare or a venture-backed scale-up

  • An interest in science and technology

  • Willingness to support the wider Legal team on matters beyond your existing experience

06Your Package

We are committed to providing a transparent, supportive, and rewarding work environment.

07Compensation & Growth

  • Competitive Reward: Salaries are externally benchmarked annually to ensure market-aligned compensation.

  • Clear Career Path: A straightforward, open progression framework means you'll always know the path to promotion and how to achieve your next career goal.

  • Continuous Learning: Including external courses and a wide library of L&D materials, because your growth is our success.

08Wellbeing & Time Off

  • Holiday: 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus an extra 3-day company-wide shutdown at year-end.

  • Financial & Health Security: Robust benefits including a market-leading pension scheme, comprehensive private health insurance for you and your family with NO excess, critical illness, and life assurance.

  • Enhanced Leave: Enhanced paid family leave to support all new parents.

09Work Environment & Culture

  • Hybrid Working

  • Truly Inclusive Time Off: Our 'Bank Your Bank Holiday' programme allows you to exchange public holidays for dates that hold personal or cultural significance to you.

  • Vibrant Social Culture: From regular Town Halls and team picnics to organised sports events, our social committee ensures frequent opportunities to connect and celebrate.

  • Green Commute: Cycle-to-Work scheme and convenient office locations near major transport hubs.

10Ready to Build the Future?

If this opportunity excites you, apply now!

We are dedicated to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Genomics politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

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Updated Oct 29, 2026
Pay benchmark
Average wage, United Kingdom
GBP 46,511 average / year

Source: OECD Average annual wages, 2025

Cost of living · United Kingdom
100.5 vs New York = 100

UN living-cost index for United Kingdom (ICSC post adjustment 76.4), as of 1 Oct 2026.

Source: ICSC post adjustment classifications (icsc.un.org)

Work permit route
  • Skilled Worker visa: Job offer from a licensed sponsor at the required skill and salary level; English requirement
  • Health and Care Worker visa: Eligible health and social care roles with a licensed sponsor
  • Global Talent visa: Endorsement as a leader or potential leader in a listed field

Official routes: UK Visas and Immigration (GOV.UK)

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