Pharmaceuticals Regulatory Lawyer at Monta

London, England, United Kingdom

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£85,000 – £105,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, Medical CannabisIndustries

Requirements

  • UK qualified solicitor or barrister with 4–6 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in healthcare, life sciences, or medicines regulation (in-house or private practice)
  • Experience of UK regulatory frameworks for prescription medicines, ideally including cannabis-based products for medicinal use in humans (CBPMs), and their clinical and digital supply pathways
  • Prior work with CQC and GPhC frameworks for remote clinical practice, online pharmacies, or digital health businesses
  • Proven ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment
  • In-depth understanding of medicines regulation: including pharmacy supply chains, healthcare and medicines advertising, controlled drugs regulations, inspections and enforcement
  • Up-to-date knowledge of UK healthcare and pharmacy regulatory entities and legal standards (MHRA, CQC, GPhC)
  • Ability to interpret clinical and digital healthcare regulatory risks and communicate clearly to non-lawyer stakeholders
  • Strong drafting, negotiating, and project management skills, particularly in clinical, digital, and pharmaceutical contract settings
  • Commitment to patient safety, compliance, and Montu’s mission of accessible, innovative cannabis care
  • Desirable
  • Experience supporting medical cannabis or other specialist medicines businesses in the UK market
  • Knowledge of patient consent, data protection, and privacy as they relate to digital health and medicine supply
  • Involvement in policy or regulatory reform initiatives in the health tech or life sciences sector

Responsibilities

  • Ensure Montu’s operations, medicines supply, and telehealth services remain fully compliant with MHRA, CQC, GPhC, and relevant healthcare regulations, with a special focus on prescription cannabis medicines
  • Advise senior leaders, clinical, and digital teams on all legal and regulatory issues arising from the provision of medical cannabis, digital prescribing, pharmacy practice standards, and novel healthcare delivery models
  • Conduct and report on regulatory risk assessments for current and future products, especially where cannabis-based medicines or remote prescribing are involved
  • Lead regulatory horizon scanning, monitoring developments in UK and (where relevant) EU medicines and pharmacy law to ensure proactive compliance and business readiness
  • Liaise with regulators (MHRA, CQC, GPhC) in connection with authorisations, registrations, audits, and inspections, supporting Montu’s relationship management and incident responses
  • Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements relevant to Montu’s ecosystem (e.g., supplier, clinical, technical, research, and digital health contracts), ensuring all regulatory obligations are met and reflected
  • Design and deliver internal regulatory training to non-legal teams, fostering best practice, innovation, and regulatory compliance culture
  • Support Montu’s industry leadership by contributing to policy engagement, thought leadership, and advocacy for evidence-based regulatory change in the medical cannabis field

Skills

UK medicines regulation
MHRA compliance
CQC regulations
GPhC standards
medical cannabis law
telehealth regulation
prescription-only medicines
regulatory risk assessment
horizon scanning
legal agreements drafting
regulatory training

Monta

Manages electric vehicle charging stations

About Monta

Monta operates in the electric vehicle (EV) charging sector, providing a solution for managing EV charging stations. The company offers a Charge Point Management System (CPMS) that simplifies the installation, management, and operation of charging points for various clients, including workplaces, commercial businesses, and municipalities. This system allows clients to control access to their charging stations, manage energy usage, collect charging data, and provide multiple payment options. Monta's software-only approach gives it flexibility to meet diverse client needs without requiring different systems. This focus on business-to-business sales and its success in winning tenders distinguishes Monta from its competitors. The company's goal is to support the growth of the EV market by offering comprehensive and efficient management solutions for charging stations.

Copenhagen, DenmarkHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$139.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Increased competition in the U.S. market could hinder Monta's expansion efforts.
Potential regulatory changes in the U.S. may impact Monta's operations.
Reliance on partnerships poses risks if they do not yield expected results.

Differentiation

Monta offers a comprehensive software-only solution for managing EV charging stations.
The company focuses on B2B sales, targeting fleets, workplaces, and municipalities.
Monta's Charge Point Management System provides exclusive energy management features.

Upsides

Monta's expansion into the U.S. market opens new growth opportunities.
The partnership with Tesla enhances Monta's home charging solutions for corporate fleets.
Rising demand for workplace EV charging solutions supports Monta's business model.

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