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• Sr. Counsel, Data Gen & Sci Comms (CPO) Business Introduction GSK remains committed to achieving bold commercial ambitions for the future. By 2031, we aim to deliver £40 billion in annual sales, leveraging our existing strong performance momentum to significantly increase our positive impact on the health of billions of patients globally. Our Ahead Together strategy is centred on early intervention to prevent and alter the course of disease, thereby protecting people and supporting healthcare systems. Our diverse portfolio consists of vaccines, specialty medicines, and general medicines. Through continuous innovation and a dedicated focus on scientific and technical excellence, we strive to develop and launch new, groundbreaking treatments that address critical health challenges. Position Summary Are you passionate about providing strategic legal guidance in a dynamic and innovative environment? As Senior Counsel for Data Generation and Scientific Communications, you will play a pivotal role in supporting GSK’s Chief Patient Officer organization and Medical Affairs teams. You will provide expert legal advice on data generation, scientific communications, and related regulatory matters, ensuring compliance while enabling impactful business outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate across teams, influence decision-making, and contribute to GSK’s mission of uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together. Responsibilities Provide legal advice and support on data generation activities, including clinical trials, real-world evidence, and observational studies. Counsel on scientific communications to HCPs, Regulators, Payers, Patient Advocacy Groups, etc, through various in-person and digital channels such as Congress settings, medical education, Medical Information inquiries, etc. Advise on regulatory and compliance matters related to medical and scientific activities, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and GSK policies. Draft, review, and negotiate agreements related to data generation and scientific communications, such as research collaborations and service agreements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Medical Affairs, CMO Office, Commercial, Compliance, and Regulatory, to address legal risks and support strategic initiatives. Manage external legal counsel to ensure high-quality, cost-effective legal services. Qualifications/Skills Basic Qualifications: Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK with a current practicing certificate OR US qualified lawyer. A demonstratable number of years of legal experience, including advising on regulatory, compliance, and commercial matters. Strong knowledge of laws and regulations related to data generation, scientific communications, and healthcare interactions. Proven ability to provide clear, pragmatic legal advice in a fast-paced environment. Experience drafting and negotiating complex agreements. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across teams. Preferred Qualifications: In-house legal experience within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry. Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements. Experience advising on clinical trials, real-world evidence, or observational studies. Strong leadership and team management skills. Ability to navigate matrix structures and collaborate across diverse teams. Passion for innovation and contributing to GSK’s mission to improve health outcomes worldwide. Work Location: This role is hybrid, with a minimum of 2–3 days per week in the office at GSK’s UK headquarters or in the US at the PA or NC GSK sites. Closing Date for Applications: 14th November 2025 Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application. Why GSK? Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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For more information, please visit the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) website at https://openpaymentsdata.cms.gov/ We are a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years. Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. Find out more on our career site.