Alison Hood
About Alison Hood
Alison Hood serves as the Vice President and Head of Legal, International at Aimmune Therapeutics, where she has worked since 2018. She holds degrees in Biochemistry and Intellectual Property Law from the University of London and has previous experience as General Counsel at Vernalis plc and as a Solicitor at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.
Work at Aimmune Therapeutics
Alison Hood serves as the Vice President & Head of Legal, International at Aimmune Therapeutics, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she began as the sole EU Legal Counsel, where she provided extensive legal support across multiple departments, including Clinical, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Supply Chain, Pharmacovigilance/Quality, Medical Information, Commercial, and IT/Facilities. Her responsibilities expanded over time, leading to her promotion to Senior European Corporate Counsel in August 2019 and subsequently to her current role in March 2021. Hood has played a key role in the legal aspects of launching a first-in-class pharmaceutical in the EU, UK, and Switzerland, demonstrating her expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments.
Education and Expertise
Alison Hood studied at the University of London, where she earned a BSc in Biochemistry and an MSc in Intellectual Property Law. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her legal career, particularly in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. The combination of her scientific knowledge and legal expertise enables her to effectively address the unique challenges faced by companies in these industries, particularly in areas related to intellectual property and regulatory compliance.
Background
Prior to her current role at Aimmune Therapeutics, Alison Hood gained significant experience in the legal field. She worked at Vernalis plc from 2007 to 2010 as General Counsel & Company Secretary, where she was responsible for overseeing legal matters for the organization. Earlier in her career, she served as a Solicitor at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer from 1997 to 2000. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of both corporate and regulatory legal frameworks.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Alison Hood has successfully led legal support for significant projects, including the approval and launch of a first-in-class pharmaceutical product in the EU, UK, and Switzerland. She has also managed complex business integrations and divestments, establishing strong relationships that facilitate effective collaboration and partnerships. Her contributions have been instrumental in navigating the legal landscape of the pharmaceutical industry.