Legal Counsel iPVU Germany, Austria, Switzerland & Eastern Europe
Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a Legal Counsel iPVU Germany, Austria, Switzerland & Eastern Europe who is problem solving, adaptable and has a strong ability to lead others to join our Global Legal Affairs Department based in Monheim, Germany
About the Role
The Legal Counsel iPVU Germany, Austria, Switzerland & Eastern Europe, is responsible to provide strategic legal guidance and advice to the Germany LT, as well as legal support to all elements of the cross-functional teams responsible for launch and commercialization of products and services in the region, relating to UCB’s Immunology Patient Value Unit.
This role plays a crucial part in protecting the company's interests and ensuring it operates within the bounds of the law.
Who you’ll work with
The role reports to the Head of Legal iPVU Europe and is part of the European Legal Community.
What you’ll do :
- Proactively counsel and provide strategic advice on the positioning of new medicines and associated services.
- Prepare for new product launches and supporting regulatory, pricing and reimbursement initiatives
- Guide new business models, social media initiatives and new forms of interactions with patients, healthcare professionals, payors and customers.
- Identify legal risks specific to the country's operations and develop strategies to mitigate these risks proactively.
- Advise on key business initiatives in Market Research, Real World Evidence and Medical Education / Congresses.
- Coordinate and manage legal disputes, investigations, and litigation, engaging with external counsel when necessary
- Advise on and determining appropriate actions regarding compliance issues
- Lead the drafting and negotiation of a wide range of commercial agreements in relation to the on-going needs of relevant teams
Interested? For this position, you’ll need the following education, experience, and skills :
- Qualified Lawyer
- Masters degree in related field
- Industry knowledge and familiarity with EU Life Sciences / Consumer Health law
- Proficiency in German and fluency in English
- Ability to analyze complex legal issues and handle multiple, often complex projects simultaneously
Are you ready to go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!