Leading a team of in-house counsels based in the company´s headquarters in Barcelona and partnering with external counsels retained in different geographies, you will advance Almirall´s global business developed and executed in Spain, affiliates in Europe and in the USA and through partnerships in other regions of the world.
Responsibilities:
* Ensure compliance with Spanish, EU, US and international laws and regulations while driving a culture focused on business goals and protecting the company´s reputation.
* Lead and develop a high performing legal team.
* Serve as a key advisor to senior management and the executive team, providing strategic legal guidance on complex projects, including licensing transactions, M&A deals, strategic product launches, and complex finance projects.
* Oversee strategic legal advice related to alliance partnerships, joint ventures, and collaborative initiatives.
* Act as a legal advisor to investor relations, ensuring adherence to Spanish regulatory requirements and facilitating communication with stakeholders on governance matters.
* Manage legal aspects of the company's operations, including regulatory compliance, data privacy, contracting, and dispute resolution strategy.
* Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and industry partners.
* Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of strategic legal documents, including agreements and policies, directly and through your team.
* Collaborate with the global general counsel team to ensure consistency and alignment with the company's legal strategy and standards.
* Manage and coordinate litigation matters, working with external counsels when necessary to ensure effective resolution.
* Develop and deliver a training plan for internal teams on enterprise-level risks and legal compliance matters, offering best practices.
* Manage relationships with legal service providers to ensure high-quality services at reasonable costs.
* Conduct legal research to stay current on evolving laws in Spain, Europe, and the USA, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry, and share knowledge to enhance organizational awareness of governance and legal obligations.
* Represent the company at legal and pharmaceutical industry events, conferences, and meetings to share knowledge and promote the company´s brand and reputation.
* Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory changes to inform strategic decision-making.
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