ASAP: Legal Counsel - Procurement & Digital/IT - Pharma (m/w/d)

• Long term contract, very quick start, global pharmaceutical organization
• Legal counsel focusing on (indirect) procurement & digital law.

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized large organization in the Life Science industry, headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. We are looking for an experienced legal counsel who can start very quickly to join and support the team ASAP.

Job Description

Legal Advisory & Contract Negotiation

• Provide proactive, commercially driven legal counsel to global Procurement and Digital/IT functions.
• Oversee, draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts related to procurement (including IT procurement contracts such as cloud services, software licensing, and infrastructure agreements).
• Ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation in procurement agreements and digital transactions.

Strategic Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, supporting Procurement and Digital/IT teams in high-value transactions and strategic projects.
• Partner with colleagues to provide comprehensive legal solutions across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support the Head of Legal for Global Procurement & IT in developing and implementing legal strategies aligned with business priorities.

Risk Management & Dispute Resolution

• Identify, assess, and manage legal risks associated with procurement and IT transactions.
• Lead dispute resolution efforts and collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary.
• Ensure transparent and clear communication regarding legal risks and obligations.

Innovation & Legal Training

• Stay ahead of emerging trends in procurement, digital law, and regulatory developments.
• Provide training and knowledge-sharing sessions for Procurement and IT teams to enhance legal awareness.
• Drive innovation by contributing to legal tech initiatives and process improvements.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in law (Swiss Bar qualification or equivalent preferred).
• Minimum of 6+ years of post-bar experience (or 12 years post-master's) within a multinational corporation and/or a top-tier law firm.
• Proven expertise in complex commercial transactions, with a focus on Procurement, Data, Digital, and IT-related agreements.
• Strong understanding of international procurement regulations and IT contracting.
• Experience in managing global legal projects and cross-border transactions.

Skills & Competencies

• Business-oriented mindset with a proactive and solution-driven approach.
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Ability to navigate complex legal landscapes in a multinational environment.
• High degree of adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced setting.

What's on Offer

• A challenging and rewarding role in a global Life Science industry leader.
• Quick start, min. 12M contract