Reports to: Head of Legal Africa MCO
Location: Morocco - Casablanca
Role Purpose
Lead and manage the legal function across multiple emerging market countries, serving as a strategic business partner to drive commercial objectives while ensuring legal compliance and risk management. This role requires a proactive leader who can navigate complex regulatory environments while supporting business growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Business Partnership
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Act as a key strategic business partner to senior leadership, providing practical legal solutions that enable business objectives
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Participate in strategic business decisions and contribute to the development of market strategies
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Translate complex legal concepts into actionable business advice for stakeholders
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Ability to manage Thoughtful Risk-Taking approach in participating in the decision process
Legal Leadership
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Establish legal priorities aligned with business objectives
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Design and implement legal strategies that support market growth while mitigating risks
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Serve as a core member of the regional Legal Leadership Team
Risk Management
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Identify, assess and mitigate legal risks across diverse regulatory environments
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Provide guidance on complex regulatory matters affecting business operations
Commercial Support
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Lead legal aspects of commercial transactions, partnerships, and business development initiatives
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Support market access strategies, launches and pricing compliance
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Provide counsel on marketing, promotional activities, and customer engagement
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Support the data privacy network
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Support corporate matters and related approvals
Compliance & Ethics
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Ensure adherence to company policies, local laws, and industry regulations
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Foster a culture of ethics and integrity across the organization
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Support his/her EBI partner and the effective compliance programs developed within the Company
Qualifications
Education & Experience
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Law degree required; additional business qualification preferred
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6-10+ years of legal experience
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Experience working in pharmaceutical/healthcare industry preferred
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Demonstrated experience operating in emerging markets
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Track record of successfully partnering with business teams to achieve objectives
Skills & Competencies
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Strong business acumen and commercial mindset
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Excellent leadership and team development capabilities
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Strategic thinking with ability to balance legal risks and business opportunities
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Cultural sensitivity and ability to operate effectively across diverse markets
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Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
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Ability to influence without direct authority
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Adaptability and comfort with ambiguity in evolving markets
Languages
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Fluent in French and English; ability to read and speak Arabic is a plus
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