Senior Legal Counsel, Life Sciences
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Job Location:
Zürich - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
| TITLE | Senior Legal Counsel Legal & Compliance | |
| START DATE | Immediate | |
| DURATION | 3 4 months with the possibility of extension | |
| UTILIZATION | 100% | |
| LOCATION(S) | Lausanne Switzerland (Hybrid) | |
| AREA | Legal & Compliance |
We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for a global biopharmaceutical company in Switzerland. The Senior Legal Counsel will report to the Executive Legal Director and will be responsible for overseeing contract management ensuring regulatory compliance mitigating legal risks and supporting business operations in an international environment. Fluency in English is essential for this role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Structure review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements across the organization
- Develop standardize and improve contract templates and playbooks
- Manage the full contract lifecycle including oversight of the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system
- Lead and coordinate compliance initiatives including public company requirements data protection cybersecurity ESG reporting and healthcare regulatory obligations
- Draft review and negotiate agreements for various stages of clinical development including clinical trial agreements Contract Research Organization agreements and other trial-related documents
- Negotiate agreements with third parties such as research organizations
- Contribute to and lead cross-functional corporate projects as required
- Masters degree in law
- Minimum 5 years in a legal and compliance role within an international and fast-paced environment ideally in the life sciences industry.
- Strong knowledge of contract negotiation regulatory frameworks and risk management. Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with a hands-on approach
- Comfortable working independently in an international environment
- Fluent in English
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application via our Careers portal including a resume. Please note that we can only accept applications from candidates who are based in Switzerland with a valid Swiss work permit. For any queries please reach out to
ABOUT INTERIM LEGAL
Interim Legal is a trusted Alternative Legal Services Provider (ALSP) based in Zurich Switzerland. We help legal departments modernize their operating model while keeping the human element at its center. Specializing in various practice areas our solutions encompass commercial and corporate law healthcare and life sciences financial services technology and compliance.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- A workplace that champions diversity and inclusivity
- Opportunities for continuous growth
- Exposure to a network of legal & compliance professionals and thought leaders in the legal industry
- A competitive salary range that reflects your experience and Swiss market standards
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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