Senior Legal Counsel DACH (m/f/d) – Medical Devices / Pharmaceuticals

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. As a world-leading company in ophthalmology, we are committed to innovation and progress and act swiftly. Here, your dedication and achievements are rewarded, and you can advance your career like never before. Together, we go beyond ourselves to improve the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive corporate culture and seek diverse, talented individuals to join Alcon.

As Senior Legal Counsel DACH (m/f/d) at our location in Fribourg (preferred) or Geneva, you will be part of our Legal & Compliance Team DACH. In this role, you will primarily support the Swiss business and, if needed, the markets of Austria and Germany. You will provide legal advice to our Surgical and Vision Care business units, work closely with internal stakeholders as well as regional and global teams, and act as a trusted business partner for operational activities. In doing so, you will significantly contribute to minimising legal risks and developing practical solutions for complex business issues.

A typical working day in this role includes:

• Legal advice to the Surgical and Vision Care business units in the areas of medical device, pharmaceutical, competition, antitrust, contract, and data protection law
• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts with hospitals, purchasing groups, wholesalers, optician chains, and other business partners
• Collaborating with commercial teams to develop practical solutions for complex legal and business issues
• Supporting marketing and sales activities, including digital and social media initiatives, as well as advising on compliance matters
• Contributing to the development of policies, standard contracts, and processes, and working with external legal advisors and international legal teams

WHAT YOU BRING TO ALCON:

• Full legal qualification, ideally admitted to practice in Switzerland
• At least 5 years of professional experience in a comparable position in an international company or an international law firm
• Solid knowledge of general commercial law and preferably experience in advising companies in the healthcare sector, especially in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry.
• Fluent German and English skills, both written and spoken; French skills are desirable
• Strong communication and negotiation skills as well as a pragmatic, solution-oriented advisory approach
• Confident demeanour and the ability to convey complex legal topics clearly and appropriately to the audience
• High initiative and enjoyment of working in a small, dynamic team

HOW YOU CAN SUCCEED AT ALCON:

• High personal responsibility (i.e., you set clear priorities and take ownership) and contribute to shaping processes and fostering a collegial, open, and solution-oriented culture
• Challenging and varied tasks in an internationally leading company within an experienced Legal & Compliance team
• Collegial team culture with short decision-making paths and close collaboration at local, regional, and global levels
• Relocation and sponsorship support can be considered depending on individual circumstances

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