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Legal and Compliance Officer SPC - DACH-Region (w/m/d)

ID:  820
Date of Posting:  Oct 3, 2024
Business Area:  Legal
Job Type:  Direct Employee
On site / Remote / Hybrid:  Hybrid
Location: 

Ulm, DE

Territory: 
Full-Time or Part-Time:  Full Time
Seniority:  Associate

With its beginnings in a family run pharmacy in Correggio, Italy in the 1920s, Recordati is now a global pharmaceutical force, listed on the Italian stock exchange, with over 4,300 employees.

We are a group of like-minded, passionate individuals who go to extraordinary lengths for our partners, customers, investors and the people across the globe who we serve. We develop and commercialise medicines to serve people living with common diseases, as well as those living with some of the rarest, in around 150 countries.

At Recordati, our mantra is simple. We’ve always believed that health, and the opportunity to live life to the fullest, is a right, not a privilege. Whether that is for common diseases or the rarest – we want to give people the opportunity to be the best version of themselves.

This drive will never stop. Together, we will always be reimagining tomorrow – with new ideas, new technologies and new innovations to fight diseases.

Recordati. Unlocking the full potential of life.

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Recordati Pharma GmbH is a modern, medium-sized company and, as a German subsidiary, a significant part of the internationally active Recordati Group. Our core business is the marketing and distribution of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and nutritional supplements.

 

We are looking to strengthen our team with a:

 

Legal and Compliance Officer SPC – DACH Region (gn)

 

In this role, you will act as a strategic partner in the area of legal and compliance for our locations in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. You will be responsible for developing and implementing complex legal and compliance strategies, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and company policies, and advising senior management at the highest level.

Your responsibilities:

 

  • Lead the drafting and negotiation of complex contracts and legal agreements at both national and international levels.
  • Conduct comprehensive legal assessments and provide strategic legal advice to minimize business risks and support corporate goals.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor advanced compliance standards and processes aligned with evolving regulatory requirements and best practices.
  • Design and lead training programs on legal and compliance topics for executives and employees to enhance awareness and compliance within the organization.
  • Identify, evaluate, and proactively manage legal and compliance risks, including the development of risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
  • Work closely with external legal advisors, regulatory authorities, and internal leadership teams to resolve complex legal and compliance issues.
  • Prepare detailed reports and presentations on compliance topics for top management and the board and conduct regular compliance audits and monitoring activities to ensure the effectiveness of programs.

Your profile:

 

  • You have a completed law degree with the second state examination or an equivalent internationally recognized legal qualification (e.g., business lawyer, Master of Law, or similar qualification with a single-stage legal education).
  • You are admitted as a lawyer in Germany.
  • You bring at least 5-10 years of professional experience in senior legal and compliance positions, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry or a highly regulated environment.
  • You have in-depth knowledge of commercial, corporate, and labor law, as well as extensive experience with regulatory requirements and global compliance programs.
  • You possess excellent strategic and analytical skills, with experience advising top management and dealing with highly complex legal issues.
  • You are an excellent communicator and can clearly and convincingly present complex legal concepts at all levels of the organization.
  • You have proven experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with international stakeholders.
  • You are fluent in German and English; knowledge of Italian is highly advantageous.
  • You work proactively, solution-oriented, and can manage multiple strategic priorities simultaneously.

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We offer you:

 

  • A comprehensive compensation package, including vacation and Christmas bonuses, attractive company pension plans, and comprehensive health management.
  • A progressive work culture that values initiative and participation, supported by regular training opportunities.
  • An agile work environment with flat hierarchies and quick decision-making processes, surrounded by a dynamic team.
  • Work in an international context.
  • Fruit, drinks, and a cafeteria.
  • An iPhone for private use.
  • 30 days of vacation and 3 additional days off.
  • Hybrid working.
  • An EGYM Wellpass and JobRad.

 

Please note: Only applications in English will be considered.

At Recordati we believe in people! Inspired by our purpose - unlocking the full potential of life - we are committed to creating a diverse environment and cultivating a culture of inclusion. We strive to continually lead with our values and beliefs, enabling our employees to bring their whole selves to work and develop their potential.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, develop and reward without regard to, amongst others, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical or mental ability, race, ethnicity, political or religious belief.

If you are looking to join a company where you can try new things, speak openly, and be bold, we invite you to apply today.

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