Isomorphic Labs Limited
Head of Intellectual Property (IP), London London Head of IP, London Isomorphic Labs is a new Alphabet company that is reimagining drug discovery through a computational- and AI-first approach. We are on a mission to accelerate the speed, increase the efficacy and lower the cost of drug discovery. You'll be working at the cutting edge of the new era of 'digital biology' to deliver a transformative social impact for the benefit of millions of people. Come and be part of a multi-disciplinary team driving groundbreaking innovation and play a meaningful role in contributing towards us achieving our ambitious goals, while being a part of an inspiring, collaborative and entrepreneurial culture. Your impact This position offers an amazing opportunity to formulate and execute a strategic vision to advance and protect the organisation's current and future intellectual property estate. Reporting to the General Counsel, as the Head of IP you will lead intellectual property strategy for Isomorphic Labs, balancing strategic planning with practical execution. You will collaborate with researchers and business leaders across the organisation, using your knowledge and influencing skills to shape how we build and develop the business from an IP perspective. You will also partner with other members of the Alphabet ecosystem as a representative of Isomorphic Labs. You will need to utilise your previous experience and show initiative in order to fully carve out your contribution. The Head of IP will work in partnership with the IsoLegal team and various researchers and senior leaders across business functions to design, develop and drive implementation of intellectual property strategy in alignment with the organisation's strategic directives. Key responsibilities of the position include identifying and pursuing strategies to protect innovation in IsoLabs' research and development activities (including AI/ML as well as small molecule and biologic therapeutic innovations), effectively educating on IP matters, communicating IP guidance, and managing the Company's intellectual property affairs (e.g., client counselling, licensing transactions, patent preparation and procurement, opinion work, IP disputes and litigation, due diligence and competitive intelligence, IP budgeting, copyright and trademark matters). What you will do Develop, implement and optimise comprehensive global IP strategy for the organisation Build, manage and expand patent portfolios that provide value and protect R&D innovations Establish IP governance and internal initiatives to support and drive innovation Protect and defend the organisation's IP, anticipate IP disputes, conduct landscaping and clearance assessments, execute on risk mitigation, and manage effective litigation when necessary Counsel science and business colleagues on patentability, freedom-to-operate, IP risks, and other IP matters Negotiate IP terms of licensing and other agreements Stay informed on legal trends and changes in laws and regulations; advise on emerging IP issues to ensure innovative and cutting-edge approaches Work closely with IsoLegal and Alphabet teams, outside counsel, consultants, and researchers to evaluate and support the development and advancement of new technologies and innovations Contribute to and maintain positive working relationships, foster a cohesive, committed team environment and drive effective partnership with cross-functional teams Skills and qualifications Either Qualified UK Solicitor specialising in IP; Qualified European Patent Attorney; OR US JD with active bar membership in at least one state and USPTO bar admission Advanced technical or scientific degree and 10+ years of proven IP legal experience Experience building and managing robust global patent estates for therapeutic drug candidates Experience in pharmaceutical industry and knowledge of the drug development process Outstanding verbal and written communication, and collaborative skills necessary to effectively partner with and advise researchers, scientists and other stakeholders in highly cross-functional teams Ability to work independently and in teams, prioritise workflow and work efficiently, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced and evolving environment Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in legal research, work product and compliance Ability to align IP strategy with business objectives and utilise IP strategy to contribute to the organisation's growth and success Nice to have: PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or related field strongly preferred Prior in-house experience at biotech or pharmaceutical company strongly preferred Experience negotiating and drafting IP provisions in marquee licences and other high-impact agreements Experience practising patent law in the area of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), deep learning, data sciences and/or AI-driven drug discovery Experience building or developing an early stage IP legal function Culture and values What does it take to be successful at IsoLabs? It's not about finding people who think and act in the same way, but we do have some shared values: Thoughtful Thoughtful at Iso is about curiosity, creativity and care. It is about good people doing good, rigorous and future-making science every single day. Brave Brave at Iso is about fearlessness, but it's also about initiative and integrity. The scale of the challenge demands nothing less. Determined Determined at Iso is the way we pursue our goal. It's a confidence in our hypothesis, as well as the urgency and agility needed to deliver on it. Because disease won't wait, so neither should we. In this together Together at Iso is about connection, collaboration across fields and catalytic relationships. It's knowing that transformation is a group project, and remembering that what we're doing will have a real impact on real people everywhere. Creating an inclusive company We realise that to be successful we need our teams to reflect and represent the populations we are striving to serve. We're working to build a supportive and inclusive environment where collaboration is encouraged and learning is shared. We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know. It's hugely important for us to be able to share knowledge and establish relationships with each other, and we find it easier to do this if we spend time together in person. This is why we've decided to follow a hybrid model, and for full time positions we would require you to be able to come into the office 3 days a week (currently Tue, Wed, and one other day depending on which team you're in). For part time positions this may vary. As an equal opportunities employer we are committed to building an equal and inclusive team. If you have additional needs that would prevent you from following this hybrid approach, we'd be happy to talk through these if you're selected for an initial screening call. Please note that when you submit an application, your data will be processed in line with our privacy policy . Required experience: Have you personally built and managed global patent estates and/or applications for therapeutic drug candidates? Please select Are you willing to be based in this location? Please select What are you ideally looking for in terms of salary expectations (base / total package)? Please note that this is NOT your current package. (Optional) What is your current notice period? What would your preferred working approach be in terms of coming into the office (assuming it is safe to do so)? (Optional) Please select Is there anything else you'd like us to know? Demographic Questions - UK & CH We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are working to build teams that reflect and represent the populations we are striving to serve. As part of this effort we would like to better understand our candidate audience, so that we can continue to improve. We need your help to do this, but filling in this form is entirely voluntary. You may choose not to provide the requested demographic information. Whether you choose to provide the information or not, this will be kept separate from your application and will have no bearing on any hiring decision. Any demographic information you provide will be anonymised and held separately from your application. No Isomorphic Labs hiring decision makers will have access to this information and the information will only be used for aggregated reporting and monitoring purposes, not for the purposes of your application or making any hiring decisions . click apply for full job details
Head of Intellectual Property (IP), London London Head of IP, London Isomorphic Labs is a new Alphabet company that is reimagining drug discovery through a computational- and AI-first approach. We are on a mission to accelerate the speed, increase the efficacy and lower the cost of drug discovery. You'll be working at the cutting edge of the new era of 'digital biology' to deliver a transformative social impact for the benefit of millions of people. Come and be part of a multi-disciplinary team driving groundbreaking innovation and play a meaningful role in contributing towards us achieving our ambitious goals, while being a part of an inspiring, collaborative and entrepreneurial culture. Your impact This position offers an amazing opportunity to formulate and execute a strategic vision to advance and protect the organisation's current and future intellectual property estate. Reporting to the General Counsel, as the Head of IP you will lead intellectual property strategy for Isomorphic Labs, balancing strategic planning with practical execution. You will collaborate with researchers and business leaders across the organisation, using your knowledge and influencing skills to shape how we build and develop the business from an IP perspective. You will also partner with other members of the Alphabet ecosystem as a representative of Isomorphic Labs. You will need to utilise your previous experience and show initiative in order to fully carve out your contribution. The Head of IP will work in partnership with the IsoLegal team and various researchers and senior leaders across business functions to design, develop and drive implementation of intellectual property strategy in alignment with the organisation's strategic directives. Key responsibilities of the position include identifying and pursuing strategies to protect innovation in IsoLabs' research and development activities (including AI/ML as well as small molecule and biologic therapeutic innovations), effectively educating on IP matters, communicating IP guidance, and managing the Company's intellectual property affairs (e.g., client counselling, licensing transactions, patent preparation and procurement, opinion work, IP disputes and litigation, due diligence and competitive intelligence, IP budgeting, copyright and trademark matters). What you will do Develop, implement and optimise comprehensive global IP strategy for the organisation Build, manage and expand patent portfolios that provide value and protect R&D innovations Establish IP governance and internal initiatives to support and drive innovation Protect and defend the organisation's IP, anticipate IP disputes, conduct landscaping and clearance assessments, execute on risk mitigation, and manage effective litigation when necessary Counsel science and business colleagues on patentability, freedom-to-operate, IP risks, and other IP matters Negotiate IP terms of licensing and other agreements Stay informed on legal trends and changes in laws and regulations; advise on emerging IP issues to ensure innovative and cutting-edge approaches Work closely with IsoLegal and Alphabet teams, outside counsel, consultants, and researchers to evaluate and support the development and advancement of new technologies and innovations Contribute to and maintain positive working relationships, foster a cohesive, committed team environment and drive effective partnership with cross-functional teams Skills and qualifications Either Qualified UK Solicitor specialising in IP; Qualified European Patent Attorney; OR US JD with active bar membership in at least one state and USPTO bar admission Advanced technical or scientific degree and 10+ years of proven IP legal experience Experience building and managing robust global patent estates for therapeutic drug candidates Experience in pharmaceutical industry and knowledge of the drug development process Outstanding verbal and written communication, and collaborative skills necessary to effectively partner with and advise researchers, scientists and other stakeholders in highly cross-functional teams Ability to work independently and in teams, prioritise workflow and work efficiently, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced and evolving environment Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence in legal research, work product and compliance Ability to align IP strategy with business objectives and utilise IP strategy to contribute to the organisation's growth and success Nice to have: PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or related field strongly preferred Prior in-house experience at biotech or pharmaceutical company strongly preferred Experience negotiating and drafting IP provisions in marquee licences and other high-impact agreements Experience practising patent law in the area of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), deep learning, data sciences and/or AI-driven drug discovery Experience building or developing an early stage IP legal function Culture and values What does it take to be successful at IsoLabs? It's not about finding people who think and act in the same way, but we do have some shared values: Thoughtful Thoughtful at Iso is about curiosity, creativity and care. It is about good people doing good, rigorous and future-making science every single day. Brave Brave at Iso is about fearlessness, but it's also about initiative and integrity. The scale of the challenge demands nothing less. Determined Determined at Iso is the way we pursue our goal. It's a confidence in our hypothesis, as well as the urgency and agility needed to deliver on it. Because disease won't wait, so neither should we. In this together Together at Iso is about connection, collaboration across fields and catalytic relationships. It's knowing that transformation is a group project, and remembering that what we're doing will have a real impact on real people everywhere. Creating an inclusive company We realise that to be successful we need our teams to reflect and represent the populations we are striving to serve. We're working to build a supportive and inclusive environment where collaboration is encouraged and learning is shared. We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know. It's hugely important for us to be able to share knowledge and establish relationships with each other, and we find it easier to do this if we spend time together in person. This is why we've decided to follow a hybrid model, and for full time positions we would require you to be able to come into the office 3 days a week (currently Tue, Wed, and one other day depending on which team you're in). For part time positions this may vary. As an equal opportunities employer we are committed to building an equal and inclusive team. If you have additional needs that would prevent you from following this hybrid approach, we'd be happy to talk through these if you're selected for an initial screening call. Please note that when you submit an application, your data will be processed in line with our privacy policy . Required experience: Have you personally built and managed global patent estates and/or applications for therapeutic drug candidates? Please select Are you willing to be based in this location? Please select What are you ideally looking for in terms of salary expectations (base / total package)? Please note that this is NOT your current package. (Optional) What is your current notice period? What would your preferred working approach be in terms of coming into the office (assuming it is safe to do so)? (Optional) Please select Is there anything else you'd like us to know? Demographic Questions - UK & CH We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are working to build teams that reflect and represent the populations we are striving to serve. As part of this effort we would like to better understand our candidate audience, so that we can continue to improve. We need your help to do this, but filling in this form is entirely voluntary. You may choose not to provide the requested demographic information. Whether you choose to provide the information or not, this will be kept separate from your application and will have no bearing on any hiring decision. Any demographic information you provide will be anonymised and held separately from your application. No Isomorphic Labs hiring decision makers will have access to this information and the information will only be used for aggregated reporting and monitoring purposes, not for the purposes of your application or making any hiring decisions . click apply for full job details
IMMO Investment Technologies Limited
Position Overview: We are looking for a (Senior) Legal Counsel with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) at a top UK/EU law firm who will work as a generalist across the capital, real estate and corporate workstreams of a VC-funded technology startup. You will be working in London and reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer. You will also work closely with the UK, Germany and Spanish market teams. Key Responsibilities: 1. Capital Transactions: Have a leadership role in negotiating capital transactions with institutional real estate investors and respective debt transactions with banks.Assist the capital team in tax and structuring questions across various jurisdictions.You will also oversee and work closely with external counsel. 2. Commercial Contracts: Review and draft various commercial contracts, such as vendor, service, licensing, and supplier agreements. Ensure that contracts comply with legal requirements and company policies while minimising risks and maximising opportunities for the company. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to negotiate favourable terms and resolve contractual disputes. 3. Corporate Matters: Assist with VC funding rounds and all corporate matters of a VC-funded startup. Assist with corporate governance matters of IMMO's subsidiaries and SPVs. Provide legal support for corporate transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. 4. Risk Management and Compliance: Identify legal risks and provide proactive advice to mitigate potential liabilities. Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. 5. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including finance, operations, and human resources, to address legal issues and achieve business objectives. Provide legal training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal matters affecting their areas of responsibility. Qualifications: - Qualified solicitor with at least 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in the fields of real estate finance, commercial, and corporate law. - Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. - Capacity to work diligently and multitask with great attention to detail, organisational skills, and a sense of urgency. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong working relationships. - Impeccable integrity with sound judgement and a self-starter mentality Nice to have: - Experience with UK residential real estate transactions and due diligence
Position Overview: We are looking for a (Senior) Legal Counsel with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) at a top UK/EU law firm who will work as a generalist across the capital, real estate and corporate workstreams of a VC-funded technology startup. You will be working in London and reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer. You will also work closely with the UK, Germany and Spanish market teams. Key Responsibilities: 1. Capital Transactions: Have a leadership role in negotiating capital transactions with institutional real estate investors and respective debt transactions with banks.Assist the capital team in tax and structuring questions across various jurisdictions.You will also oversee and work closely with external counsel. 2. Commercial Contracts: Review and draft various commercial contracts, such as vendor, service, licensing, and supplier agreements. Ensure that contracts comply with legal requirements and company policies while minimising risks and maximising opportunities for the company. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to negotiate favourable terms and resolve contractual disputes. 3. Corporate Matters: Assist with VC funding rounds and all corporate matters of a VC-funded startup. Assist with corporate governance matters of IMMO's subsidiaries and SPVs. Provide legal support for corporate transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures. 4. Risk Management and Compliance: Identify legal risks and provide proactive advice to mitigate potential liabilities. Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. 5. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including finance, operations, and human resources, to address legal issues and achieve business objectives. Provide legal training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal matters affecting their areas of responsibility. Qualifications: - Qualified solicitor with at least 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in the fields of real estate finance, commercial, and corporate law. - Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills. - Capacity to work diligently and multitask with great attention to detail, organisational skills, and a sense of urgency. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong working relationships. - Impeccable integrity with sound judgement and a self-starter mentality Nice to have: - Experience with UK residential real estate transactions and due diligence
Amazon
- A qualified lawyer with at least five years of post-qualification legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as a real estate lawyer - Experience of drafting and negotiating contracts in English - Strong written and oral communication skills DESCRIPCIÓN Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented commercial real estate lawyer to fill the position of Legal Counsel - Real Estate supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, and more. As part of the AWS real estate legal team, you will be responsible for supporting AWS's worldwide data center expansion through land acquisitions and leasing. You will have transactional drafting and negotiating responsibilities on deals, and will provide legal counsel and contract interpretation to business team members on a daily basis. Transactions range from standard contracts to complex, bespoke, high value agreements. You will structure, draft and negotiate agreements and leases, help support AWS real estate's existing portfolio, manage outside counsel, and advise internal business clients. In addition, you will help develop, implement, and manage process improvements across the team, resolve legal issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Competitive salary based on experience and includes equity compensation. This position is located in our London office. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR - Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once - Enthusiastic, enjoy working hard, being challenged, and working in a fun, team-oriented environment - Demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations - Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team - Strong analytical, written and oral communication, and client interaction skills Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:).
- A qualified lawyer with at least five years of post-qualification legal experience (with at least three years at a law firm) as a real estate lawyer - Experience of drafting and negotiating contracts in English - Strong written and oral communication skills DESCRIPCIÓN Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented commercial real estate lawyer to fill the position of Legal Counsel - Real Estate supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, and more. As part of the AWS real estate legal team, you will be responsible for supporting AWS's worldwide data center expansion through land acquisitions and leasing. You will have transactional drafting and negotiating responsibilities on deals, and will provide legal counsel and contract interpretation to business team members on a daily basis. Transactions range from standard contracts to complex, bespoke, high value agreements. You will structure, draft and negotiate agreements and leases, help support AWS real estate's existing portfolio, manage outside counsel, and advise internal business clients. In addition, you will help develop, implement, and manage process improvements across the team, resolve legal issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handle pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, enjoy working hard and being challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations. Competitive salary based on experience and includes equity compensation. This position is located in our London office. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR - Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once - Enthusiastic, enjoy working hard, being challenged, and working in a fun, team-oriented environment - Demonstrates sound judgment even in ambiguous situations - Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team - Strong analytical, written and oral communication, and client interaction skills Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel:). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel:).