Aufgaben

  • Lead all legal, compliance, and intellectual property activities across European operations
  • Draft, negotiate, and manage commercial, licensing, collaboration, and data-related agreements
  • Advise senior management on corporate, governance, employment, and operational legal matters
  • Oversee corporate governance, entity management, and coordination of external legal counsel
  • Develop and maintain an effective compliance framework, ensuring adherence to applicable legal, regulatory, and industry requirements
  • Conduct compliance reviews, risk assessments, internal audits, and employee training programs
  • Manage data privacy, data governance, and cross-border data transfer compliance
  • Support the protection and commercialization of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, licensing, and technology transfer arrangements
  • Coordinate the handling of legal disputes and intellectual property matters in collaboration with external advisors
  • Drive initiatives that strengthen risk management, corporate governance, and business integrity across the organization

Qualifikationen

  • Law degree with an advanced legal qualification (LL.M. or equivalent preferred)
  • Several years of professional experience in legal, compliance, corporate governance, or related functions
  • Experience within life sciences, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical technology, healthcare, or another regulated industry is highly desirable
  • Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate law, employment law, and data protection regulations
  • Familiarity with European regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements
  • Experience in intellectual property management and technology-related transactions is advantageous
  • Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage projects, stakeholders, and external advisors effectively
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
  • Fluent English is required; German is highly desirable. Additional European languages are considered an asset