Legal and Business Partner

6 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Hays Danmark Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our team in Denmark. As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in shaping our diagnostics business and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the company's legal and compliance strategy, aligning it with our business objectives and priorities
  • Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including antitrust, data privacy, public procurement, anti-bribery regulation, employment, and product liability
  • Oversee the effectiveness of the Legal and Compliance function in managing all legal matters, including contracts, litigation, engagement, and communication with external bodies
  • Collaborate with the business in tender processes, identifying opportunities and mitigating legal risks, and lead contract negotiations with key customers and stakeholders
  • Provide expert advice on new legal aspects, ensuring the business remains compliant with changing laws and regulations
  • Manage corporate law matters, such as board meetings, director appointments, and power of attorney
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all compliance and legal matters, coordinating and assigning tasks to external counsel when necessary
  • Implement local compliance initiatives, including training, policy development, and monitoring
  • Handle compliance issues promptly, addressing those that pose a significant risk to the company's reputation
  • Connect with the Roche Legal and Compliance network to share best practices and address business challenges
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team, setting clear objectives, prioritizing work, and optimizing tasks to support business teams
  • Foster collaboration, provide guidance, conduct regular check-ins, and create a positive work environment aligned with company goals and culture

About You

  • Ability to deliver accurate, high-quality, strategic, and concise legal advice
  • Advisor and thought partner who enables informed strategic decisions within an acceptable legal risk profile
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with senior stakeholders
  • Ability to challenge the status quo and contribute to improvements in the business and legal department
  • Self-motivated, strategic thinker, good communicator, and hands-on team player thriving in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective people leadership through mentoring, coaching, and team development
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills
  • Strong business acumen and pragmatic problem-solving skills in the context of legal, compliance, or regulatory requirements
  • Continuous learner and curious about new developments
  • Law degree
  • Qualified lawyer in Denmark
  • 8+ years of experience in private practice or in-house, preferably in the medical device industry or related fields
  • Minimum 4 years of leadership experience, either direct, matrixed, or otherwise
  • Proven track record of handling complex legal and compliance issues
  • In-depth knowledge of healthcare laws, regulations, and compliance standards in Denmark
  • Deep understanding of the Nordics market and culture
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards
  • Fluent in written and oral English and Danish

How to Apply

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to Hays Danmark.



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