General Legal & Compliance Counsel
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Steelco and Belimed have joined forces to lead the way in advanced cleaning and sterile workflow solutions. This partnership is powered by our united strengths: a dynamic product range, relentless innovation, utmost reliability, and an unmatched commitment to customer satisfaction. As SteelcoBelimed, we “Innovate with confidence”, setting new industry standards to meet our customer’s needs, offering high‑quality products and comprehensive services for Infection Control and Life Science.
Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive General Counsel Legal & Compliance to lead and manage all legal and compliance matters for the SteelcoBelimed Group. This role is crucial to ensure legal integrity, mitigate risks, and support strategic business decisions from a legal perspective.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary legal support for SteelcoBelimed, providing strategic legal guidance across all business areas and manage inter‑company agreements between the legal entities of the group.
- Independently manage legal matters and coordinate external legal counsel when necessary.
- Conduct robust risk assessments based on legal expertise and professional experience.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including Contract Law, Data Privacy Laws, Competition Law, Italian Legislative Decree 23/2001, Export Control Regulations.
- Support and advise on legal issues related to medical products and devices.
- Collaborate functionally with the Miele Headquarter Legal Department in Gütersloh, fostering a team‑oriented and cooperative environment.
- Act as a business partner to internal stakeholders, offering pragmatic legal solutions aligned with business goals.
- Review and manage legal documentation, especially in relation to Italian authorities and jurisdictions.
- Monitor and manage any legal claims, in collaboration with the local legal expert.
- Contribute to budget planning and legal resource allocation for the JV.
- Ensure that business is conducted in compliance with the principles of legality and transparency, and with the Group Policies.
Experience & Background
- Minimum of 8–10 years of professional legal experience.
- Experience as an in‑house lawyer in international companies preferred.
- Broad legal expertise rather than a narrow specialization.
- Legal qualification in Italy is a strong plus.
- Experience in the medical products industry is advantageous but not mandatory.
Skills
- Strong analytical and legal judgment.
- Hands‑on, solution‑oriented approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Business partner mindset with a proactive attitude.
- Interest and experience in cross‑border legal work.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Languages Requirements
- Professional proficiency in English required.
- Italian language skills are mandatory, especially for reviewing documentation from Italian authorities.
- German is not mandatory, but a plus.
Our Offer
- Work in an international, fast‑growing industry that makes a real impact on healthcare and pharmaceutical industry.
- Be part of an innovative and open‑minded team.
- Join a company with a strong reputation and long‑standing expertise in cleaning and disinfection solutions.
- We offer a people‑focused work environment, with dedicated benefits and welfare initiatives.
Senior
- Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
- Employment type: Contract
- Job function: Legal
- Industry: Medical Device
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join our team!