Step into the role of a Junior Associate and support Freshfields’ Life Sciences team on a cross-border transaction for a global pharmaceutical client
Welcome to the Freshfields Life Sciences Virtual Job Simulation! We are thrilled to have you here.
Freshfields is one of the world’s leading international law firms, advising on complex, high-profile matters that shape industries and impact millions of lives. Our Life Sciences Transactions team works with global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, helping them navigate critical transactions, protect valuable intellectual property, and bring life-changing treatments to patients worldwide. At Freshfields, we combine deep sector expertise with commercial insight to deliver solutions to our clients’ most important challenges.
During this simulation, you will step into the shoes of a Junior Associate and complete tasks that mirror the work our Life Sciences Transactions team undertakes every day. You will develop key skills in:
Contract review — extracting and understanding important legal provisions.Risk assessment — identifying issues that could affect a client after a deal closes.Professional communication — drafting clear, concise updates for senior lawyers.Commercial awareness — linking legal points to the client’s strategic objectives.
We hope this simulation helps you build confidence, sharpen your practical skills, and strengthen your CV as you explore an exciting career at Freshfields.
This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.
Skills Learned:
- Intro & Scenario
Background context and your project team - Conducting Legal Due Diligence on a Material Agreement
Conduct a first-pass review of a licence agreement and flag key legal risks that could affect a life sciences transaction- Contract Analysis
- Risk Spotting
- Legal Writing
- Attention to Detail
- Commercial Awareness
- Communicating Key Findings Internally
Distil your due diligence findings into a clear, professional email- Professional Communication
- Professional Judgment
- Finish Line
