Strategic Leader: Legal, Ethics, Compliance & Quality

Novo Nordisk; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is seeking an experienced Associate Director: Legal, Ethics, Compliance & Quality in Sandton, South Africa. Your role involves providing leadership in legal and compliance areas, advising on regulatory risks, and overseeing quality assurance activities. To succeed, you need a Master’s degree in law, at least 8 years of relevant experience, and strong leadership capabilities. This position offers a chance to work in an inclusive environment focused on making a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Meaningful leadership responsibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in legal, ethics, and compliance roles, preferably within a multinational healthcare or highly regulated industry.
• Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong expertise in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal, ethics, compliance, and quality guidance to support business decisions.
• Advise on and manage legal matters including contract drafting, litigation oversight, and engagement with legal counsel.
• Collaborate with internal audit and compliance teams to implement corporate initiatives.

Skills

Legal expertise

Compliance and ethics

Leadership

Risk management

Strategic analysis

Strong judgment

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in law

Job description

A global healthcare company is seeking an experienced Associate Director: Legal, Ethics, Compliance & Quality in Sandton, South Africa. Your role involves providing leadership in legal and compliance areas, advising on regulatory risks, and overseeing quality assurance activities. To succeed, you need a Master’s degree in law, at least 8 years of relevant experience, and strong leadership capabilities. This position offers a chance to work in an inclusive environment focused on making a difference in healthcare.