Our client is a renowned international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing global scientific research. For over 20 years, it has facilitated collaboration among more than 50 research groups across 70 countries, focusing on innovative clinical trials, personalized treatments, and groundbreaking studies to improve outcomes for patients worldwide. Through partnerships with academic institutions and the pharmaceutical industry, it aims to accelerate progress while maintaining scientific independence.
Key responsibilities of the Legal Counsel role include:
- Legal Support: Oversee legal aspects of clinical trials, partnerships, and collaborations to ensure compliance with international and local regulations.
- Contracts Management: Draft, review, and negotiate agreements, including clinical trial agreements, partnership contracts, and service provider arrangements.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to data protection laws, ethical guidelines, and governance policies across all operations.
- Risk Assessment: Identify and mitigate potential legal risks, providing proactive guidance to stakeholders.
- Policy Development: Contribute to the creation and implementation of internal policies to support organizational objectives.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies to facilitate smooth operations
The successful candidate for this role will ideally possess the following:
- Experience: 3 to 6 years of legal practice, with expertise in contracts, compliance, and corporate governance, preferably in clinical trials, health, or nonprofit sectors.
- Qualifications: A law degree with a strong understanding of international and EU law, including data protection (GDPR) and ethics regulations.
- Skills: Exceptional negotiation, drafting, and communication abilities, with a solution-oriented mindset.
- Language Proficiency: Fluency in English & French (written and spoken) is essential; knowledge of additional languages is a plus.
- Personal Traits: Demonstrates attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, multicultural environment