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Head of Legal - EMEA (m/f/d)
We are seeking an experienced and strategic legal leader to join our European headquarters in Munich. As part of our expansion into Europe, we are building a leadership team with a strong foundation in the healthcare industry. The Head of Legal will play a critical role in establishing and guiding our legal operations across the region.
About Us
Founded as a research lab in 2018, our organization is now scaling its operations in Europe. While we operate with a startup mindset, we are backed by a global headquarters and committed to aligning with international standards and practices. Our European entity will play a central role in our R&D and manufacturing business model.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the legal function across Europe, ensuring compliance with German law and other relevant regional regulations.
* Serve as the primary legal advisor for the European business, supporting strategic decisions and operational execution.
* Collaborate with global legal teams to align policies and practices.
* Provide hands-on legal support in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
* Advise on cross-border legal matters and ensure compliance with both local and international legal frameworks.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in the healthcare industry, with deep understanding of its regulatory and operational landscape.
* Strong business acumen and ability to operate strategically and tactically.
* In-depth knowledge of German policies and regulations; familiarity with other European legal frameworks is highly desirable.
* Qualified to practice law in a European jurisdiction; qualification in Germany or Switzerland is a strong plus.
* CDMO and/or R&D experience in a pharmaceutical company is highly desired.
* Hands-on approach with a startup mentality; comfortable working in a fast-growing, evolving environment.
* Fluent in English and German; other languages are a plus.
* Minimum of 15 years of professional experience, with leadership roles in legal functions.
What We Offer
* The opportunity to shape the future of a growing European healthcare business from the start.
* A dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.
* Competitive compensation package.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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