Assistant general counsel, europe and apac

Assistant General Counsel (AGC) – EU & APAC Region This role leads the legal function for the EU & APAC region within SDx. The AGC will define the legal agenda, drive complex drafting and negotiations, and provide senior in‑house legal advice to the regional leadership team.
Responsibilities Lead the legal team for the region, managing a team of 3 Associates.
Define and implement structure, processes, and frameworks using global Mars legal resources.
Provide counsel on commercial issues related to equipment and diagnostics laboratories, and support European/APAC expansion efforts.
Negotiate and draft complex commercial agreements and advise on local operational requirements.
Engage with senior leaders, functional leads, and the regional leadership team on business‑critical legal matters.
Engage external stakeholders, regulators, and trade groups to advance and protect Mars’ business interests.
Ensure compliance with Mars policies and standards and manage outside counsel as appropriate.
Assess regulatory risk, lead disputes and litigations, and develop internal policy compliance initiatives.
Qualifications At least 12 years of experience as a practicing attorney focused on compliance, commercial, and corporate law.
Prior in‑house experience with a healthcare or highly regulated industry (preferred).
International experience and extensive knowledge of European/APAC commercial laws and regulations.
Experience developing and providing legal support for territorial growth plans.
Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to present complex legal issues clearly.
Fluency in another European language in addition to English (preferred).
Strong agenda‑setting and execution skills, with judgment, practicality, and attention to detail.
Experience managing complex projects and collaborating across cross‑functional teams.
Proven track record launching operations, products, and business lines in established and emerging markets.
Experience as a people manager.

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