Regional Legal Counsel MENA

About the Role

Stryker is seeking a Regional Legal Counsel - MENA to join its team. This full-time position serves as a key legal partner across various functions and divisions, contributing to the development and execution of departmental and business strategies. The role involves advising on the application of laws and regulations to diverse business activities and supporting the implementation of corporate and divisional policies.

Role Context and Impact

As a member of the MENA Leadership Team, the Regional Legal Counsel will provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice and support to Stryker MENA businesses and stakeholders. This position requires a high degree of independent judgment and involves making decisions with moderate to significant impact on the business. The role also includes building strong partnerships across the business and collaborating with global Legal, Compliance, and other Centers of Excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to Stryker MENA businesses and stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic decision-making and business initiatives as part of the MENA Leadership Team.
• Support and promote Stryker's compliance programs, working with the MENA Compliance Officer and participating in the MENA Compliance Committee.
• Act as the lead legal advisor for major regional projects and strategic initiatives, including business transformation and data privacy programs.
• Manage external legal counsel and related budgets across the MENA region.
• Advise on mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic business transactions.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on commercial agreements, tenders, distribution arrangements, and other business contracts.
• Provide legal guidance on distributor and third-party relationships, including appointments, performance management, terminations, and settlements.
• Advise on employment, regulatory, compliance, and corporate governance matters.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments, assess business impact, and communicate recommendations.
• Support dispute resolution and litigation matters, including managing external counsel.
• Develop legal awareness across the organization through training and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Over 10 years of relevant legal experience.
• Demonstrated ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice.
• Experience in managing external legal counsel and budgets.
• Strong understanding of legal and regulatory developments in the MENA region.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position within Stryker, working as part of the MENA Leadership Team. The role involves close collaboration with various internal departments and global Centers of Excellence.

Application Process

Candidates interested in this Regional Legal Counsel - MENA position are encouraged to apply.