Senior Legal Counsel (operations), Remote/hybrid

Founded in 1997, Novotech is a global full-service clinical Contract Research Organization (CRO) focused on partnering with biotech companies to accelerate the development of advanced and novel therapeutics at every phase. Recognized for its industry-leading contributions, Novotech has received numerous prestigious awards, including the CRO Leadership Award 2023, the Asia Pacific Cell & Gene Therapy Clinical Trials Excellence 2023, the Asia-Pacific Contract Research Organization Company of the Year Award since 2006. The Company offers a comprehensive suite of services including laboratories, Phase I facilities, drug development consulting, regulatory expertise, and has experience with over 5,000 clinical projects, including Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials and bioequivalence studies. With a presence in 34 office locations and a dedicated team of 3,000+ professionals worldwide, Novotech is a trusted end-to-end strategic partner of choice.

Our international clients value our enthusiastic, flexible and quality-focused professional approach to meeting their needs, and we are continuing to grow further. To support our future development, we are currently looking for a Senior Legal Counsel (Operations).

Job summary:

Senior Legal Counsel (Operations) is a management position responsible for legal operations initiatives within Novotech reporting as per the organization chart within a global team.

We are searching for an experienced, ambitious and energetic person with a rich knowledge in the field. The desired person shall be open to cross cultures communication and cooperation and shall be significantly independent in their performance.

Main Tasks of the Position:

• To maintain and develop Novotech’s legal operations infrastructure (contract management system, service delivery platform, entity management platform and electronic signature system).

• To define and drive strategic and operational initiatives with on-time and on-budget results.

• Report on key operational and substantive metrics for the practice group that will better inform decision-making including work product analysis.

• Optimize workflows and identify and manage process improvement initiatives within the legal function.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Commercial, Operations, PMO, Finance and IT as well as various business units.

• Responsible for developing and changing practice and /or services in a complex environment in consultation with Chief Legal and Compliance Officer.

Required Qualifications, Experience, Competencies

• Bachelor of Laws from an accredited tertiary institution.

• At least 8 years’ experience providing legal advice.

• Prior experience working in legal operations.

• Experience developing playbooks and policies.

• Experience in a professional services industry highly desirable.

• Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively at all levels of an organisation and gaining the support needed from others while working in a cross functional role.

• Proven record of cross functional collaboration to set objectives and produce meaningful results.

• Strong experience in developing, implementing, and using legal technology solutions (contract management system, electronic signatures, service delivery, entity management).

• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and successfully manage multiple deadlines.

Benefits:

• Working with experienced and very professional and supportive team

• Possibility to grow and develop on a Global level within the Company

• Competitive remuneration

• Flexible working time

• Eligibility to the Company Bonus scheme

• Benefits according to the country package

If you are a reliable and positive individual who would like to be part of, and to contribute to the further success of an expanding young Company within a meaningful and growing market, please apply today by sending your CV in English.