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Senior Legal & Compliance DACH region - Healthcare industry

Geneva Permanent View Job Description
As Senior Legal & Compliance Counsel, you will provide expert legal advice and ensure regulatory compliance across Switzerland, Germany and Austria, with a primary focus on Switzerland, where you will act as the dedicated legal lead. This is a high‑impact, strategic role offering exposure to complex commercial and regulatory matters.

added 14/04/2026

  • Join a prestigious global healthcare company.
  • Take ownership of legal and compliance matters across the DACH region.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading medical devices company headquartered in Geneva, recognized globally for innovation and excellence in healthcare solutions.

Job Description

  • Advise on a broad range of commercial contracts (service agreements, supplier contracts, key account agreements, financing arrangements).
  • Support sales and marketing teams on legal matters and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
  • Handle compliance activities including third-party event sponsorship agreements, grant requests, and monitoring (travel, expenses).
  • Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders to maintain high standards of legal and ethical conduct.
  • Geographic scope: primarily Switzerland and Austria, with occasional involvement in Germany.

The Successful Applicant

  • Swiss‑educated lawyer (Bachelor + Master obtained in Switzerland), ideally Swiss‑qualified / bar admitted (strong advantage).
  • 5-10 years of experience with a solid background in contract law; compliance expertise is a strong asset.
  • Proven exposure to the healthcare sector (pharmaceuticals or medical devices) is required.
  • Languages: French and English required; German is a strong advantage but not mandatory.
  • Ability to operate within a complex, international organization and manage cross‑border legal matters.

What's on Offer

  • Attractive benefits package and bonus eligibility.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, international environment with significant regional responsibility.



Other advantages to discuss.

Quote job ref
JN-112025-6889530

Job summary

Job Function
Legal
Specialisation
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Geneva
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-112025-6889530

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