Senior Legal Counsel Litigation & Investigation
Senior Legal Counsel Litigation & Investigation
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As a strategic legal partner this role assumes responsibility for managing complex ex-US litigations and cross-border investigations offering expert legal counsel on international disputes regulatory compliance and risk mitigation. It involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to company policies and global legal standards while proactively identifying and addressing potential legal and business risks.#Hybrid
Location: Basel Switzerland
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Assume responsibility and provide strategic advice for ex-US group material litigations ensuring effective management of legal proceedings while mitigating risks and safeguarding the companys interest.
Lead and oversee internal investigations involving potential misconduct or legal breaches in collaboration with Global Security and the SpeakUp Office of Novartis; ensure thorough and fair evaluation of facts adherence to investigative protocols and timely resolution of issues in alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Provide expert legal advice on cross-border disputes international investigations and related legal issues including data privacy secrecy obligations and international regulatory requirements in sensitive disclosures or international data transfers
Partner closely with key related functions ensuring adherence to Novartis policies and legal requirements in all aspects of litigation investigation and transactions.
Identify potential legal and business risks stemming from international litigations and investigations delivering practical and forward-thinking solutions to proactively mitigate exposure.
Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders to enhance collaboration and anticipate challenges.
Essential Requirements:
Degree - Swiss qualified lawyer & qualified attorney-at-law (bar admission)
High proficiency in German and English required spoken & written other languages is an asset.
Demonstrated extensive legal experience ideally in Pharma sector and/or top tier law firm
Significant extensive legal experience in international litigation/arbitration and investigation
Experience in leadership and interactions with senior management
Ability to deal with highly complex environment reducing complexity into meaningful decision recommendations
Strong business partnering experience
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to building an outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Accessibility and accommodation:
Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process or in any order to receive more detailed information about essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
