Pharma & Biotech Jobs in the UK
The UK is one of Europe's largest life-science employers, with pharma and biotech hiring concentrated in London, the Thames Valley (Reading, Slough, Maidenhead, Uxbridge), Cambridge and Oxford, plus manufacturing and CRO sites across the rest of the country. Roles span the whole industry: research, clinical development, medical affairs, regulatory, manufacturing and quality, and commercial teams working with the NHS.
The mix of employers and functions shifts as new roles are posted, so see the breakdown of top hiring companies and functions below rather than a fixed list. Every listing links to the employer's own application page.
Top Hiring Companies
IQVIA
95
GSK
70
Boehringer Ingelheim
42
Roche
41
AstraZeneca
41
Ipsen
34
STADA Arzneimittel
34
Open Roles
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pharma jobs are open in the UK right now?
See the open-position count above -- it updates daily as new postings come in and older ones close.
Where are most UK pharma jobs based?
Mostly in London and the South East, especially the Thames Valley, and around Cambridge and Oxford. See "Jobs by Location" above for the current split.
Do UK pharma companies sponsor visas?
Some do, particularly for specialist scientific and technical roles, but it varies by employer and role. Check the individual listing or ask the employer before applying.
Are there pharmaceutical sales jobs in the UK?
Yes -- see our UK pharmaceutical sales jobs page for territory and sales rep roles, which usually involve working with GPs, hospitals and pharmacies across a defined territory.