Head Legal and Compliance Saudi and North Africa📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Sandoz is seeking a Head Legal and Compliance for Saudi Arabia and North Africa. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires over 10 years of experience. The role involves acting as a legal business partner to the Country Head, managing legal and compliance activities, and providing expert advice across various business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a legal Business Partner to the Country Head for all contractual negotiations and statutory obligations.
• Draft complex transactions and contracts independently, providing contextual legal advice and guidance, including training for key customers.
• Identify business activity risks and potential solutions, raising awareness of legal issues and ensuring early legal involvement.
• Conduct robust risk assessments to support recommendations and advise on appropriate actions for management decision processes.
• Manage significant disputes, litigation, and investigations, making independent decisions within established frameworks.
• Guide, counsel, and support the work of junior Legal counsels, paralegals, and support staff.
• Provide expertise in substantive areas such as Transactions, Litigation, HR, and Regulatory matters.
• Lead legal projects and transactions, including licensing and divestment initiatives.
• Lead, direct, and develop legal resources within one or across all business units in the country.
• Ensure compliance with reporting obligations for technical complaints, adverse events, and special case scenarios related to Sandoz products within 24 hours of receipt.
• Oversee the distribution of marketing samples where applicable.

Performance Indicators

• Provide problem-solving, business-oriented legal advice, assessed through customer feedback.
• Maintain compliance with all reporting obligations.
• Demonstrate effective prioritization and management of a wide-ranging workload.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in legal and compliance roles.
• Proven ability to provide clear, business-oriented legal advice.
• Experience in managing complex legal projects, transactions, and disputes.

About Sandoz

Sandoz is a global leader in Biosimilar and Generic medicines, contributing to the healthcare industry by providing 80% of the world's medicines at 30% of the cost. The company reaches over 1 billion people across more than 100 countries. Sandoz is committed to expanding access to high-quality, low-cost medicines through investments in development capabilities, production sites, acquisitions, and partnerships. The company fosters an open, collaborative culture that supports personal growth and values diversity of thought.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Sandoz is dedicated to building an inclusive work environment and diverse teams that reflect the patients and communities it serves.