Senior Antitrust Counsel: Global Compliance & Strategy

ES14 (FCRS = ES014) Sandoz Farmacéutica, S.A.; Madrid; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandoz is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel, Antitrust, to provide strategic and operational support on EU and global competition law matters. Reporting to the Head Global Legal, Antitrust, you will help ensure compliance, partner with cross-functional teams, and assist in risk management across the organization.

You will lead advisory activities, oversee investigations and enforcement actions, and promote a culture of proactive antitrust compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer, preferably LL.M. specializing in competition law.
• Fluency in English essential; Knowledge of at least one other language preferred.
• Academic record with competition law focus, experience with academic writing, teaching or speaking at conferences.
• Documented experience in competition law from a reputable law firm, in-house legal department, or competition authority/regulator (e.g., European Commission or national competition authorities), preferably in pharmaceutical or highly regulated sectors.
• Ability to analyze complex competition law and compliance issues, connecting the dots and present practical advice to the business.
• Strong verbal & written communication skills; together with a high ability to influence and negotiate.
• Proven ability to deal positively when working within tight pressures & demanding clients.
• Demonstrate professional & culturally sensitive work ethics.
• Change agility and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Antitrust & Competition Law Advisory: provide expert legal advice on EU/global antitrust laws and support business strategies.
• Investigations & Enforcement: manage investigations, coordinate responses to authorities, and lead internal inquiries.
• Compliance & Risk Management: promote antitrust compliance through training, policies, and monitoring regulatory developments.

Skills

Antitrust & Competition Law

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Education

LL.M. in Competition Law

Job description

Sandoz is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel, Antitrust, to provide strategic and operational support on EU and global competition law matters. Reporting to the Head Global Legal, Antitrust, you will help ensure compliance, partner with cross-functional teams, and assist in risk management across the organization.

You will lead advisory activities, oversee investigations and enforcement actions, and promote a culture of proactive antitrust compliance.