EM Legal & Compliance Manager

STADA is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pharmaceuticals. With a long-standing heritage rooted in pharmacies, we are perceived as a reliable and trustworthy partner since 1895. With our products, we help people protect and regain a dignified and able life. With our proven Generics, we ensure that everyday health remains affordable.

At STADA, we follow our purpose of “Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner”. In pursuit of this purpose, we are committed to further accelerating the successful trajectory of our company.

To our employees, we offer an attractive working environment in which they can develop personally.

We are looking for : Legal & Compliance Manager - Emerging Markets

Areas of Responsibilities

• Being a pro-active attorney with demonstrated compliance and commercial experience in commercial contracts and operations related to pharma and OTC business on North African Countries and GCC with special focus on KSA;
• Able to provide legal advice and support the business operations on all legal matters, identifying and mitigating the risks for the Company;
• Able to draft, review and negotiate various types of commercial contracts related to pharma business, including by way of example and not limitation: CDA, distribution agreements, M&A and licensing, indemnification agreements; experience in distribution contract terminations understanding the implications and legal ramifications associated with them, developing strategies to mitigate any adverse effects;
• Strengthens Corporate Governance of the affiliates in KSA and Egypt, knowledge of compliance regulations, antitrust law, pharma compliance best practices;
• Able to provide clear guidelines on anti-bribery regulation (FCPA, Trade Sanctions and UK anti-bribery), advising the company on compliance matters and implementing compliance programs (e.g. privacy, antitrust, anti-money laundering regulation, Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest, interaction with HCPs and anti-bribery policies in general);
• Ensure compliance with privacy legislation across the MENA region, including data protection and privacy laws;
• Conduct investigations into compliance and privacy-related issues;
• Advises Management of critical project developments and any other relevant legal and compliance with specific focus on KSA;
• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the organization;
• Directs/coordinates the work of outside counsel, defines project objectives and manages external counsel and expenditures in accordance with internal policies;

Required Education and Experience

• Entrepreneurial thinking and action;
• Law education degree with experience in both: common law and civil law jurisdictions; qualified lawyer is an advantage;
• At least 3 years of in-house legal and compliance experience obtained in a complex, highly regulated industry environment. Experience in the life-science sector is an advantage;
• Fluency in English is required as it will be the primary language of communication within the company and with external stakeholders; Arabic and French knowledge is a plus;
• Ability to draft concise and effective contractual documents, summary and presentations to the management of the company;
• Proactive, flexible, responsive and resourceful;
• Requires strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Extensive knowledge of contract drafting, negotiation, and management is essential;
• Experience in handling litigation cases and working with external legal counsel is necessary;
• Familiarity with GCC regulations, litigation procedures, and compliance is necessary.

Competency:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Entrepreneurship
• One STADA

If you are ready for new challenges where you can make a difference for people’s health, you have come to the right place. We are looking for people with great attitude and passion. The next step is yours, take a look at our open positions and become part of our global STADA team!

Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.