Legal & Compliance Counsel

At ALK, we are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with allergies and respiratory diseases through innovative allergy immunotherapy solutions. Our commitment to ethical practices and compliance is paramount, and we are in search of a Compliance and Legal Counsel to support our team in Spain. If you are passionate about compliance, legal frameworks, and making a positive impact in the pharmaceutical industry, we want you to be a part of our journey.

As the Compliance and Legal Counsel at ALK Spain, you will play a crucial role in ensuring adherence to ethical and legal standards within our operations while contributing to achieve the overall business goals. Reporting directly to the ALK Spain General Manager, and with a dotted line to ALK Global Legal, your responsibilities will include a range of compliance obligations and legal advisory functions. You will be instrumental in facilitating seamless coordination among various departments locally as well as with headquarters, acting as a vital liaison in matters of Transfers of Value, Compliance and ensuring Legal requirements adherence of our operations.

If you are a structured and proactive individual with exceptional collaboration skills, you might just be the team member we are looking for!

Why join us?

• Impactful Role: Become part of a renowned pharmaceutical company while working with a close-knit local team in Spain. As a key player in our legal and compliance strategies, you will have the opportunity to influence the direction of ALK’s operations and ensure that we uphold our commitment to ethical practices.

• Growth Mindset: We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn and adapt quickly. This role necessitates a proactive approach to challenges and opportunities alike. We believe in continuous improvement. You will have the chance to develop your skills and expand your knowledge, positioning yourself for growth within the company.

• Diverse Learning Platform: Gain invaluable experience and grow your career across various key areas including pharmaceutical production, research, marketing, sales, market access, finance, and digital engagement.

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about making a difference in their fields. Our cheerful and friendly culture fosters collaboration and creativity.

Joining ALK means you are stepping into a vibrant community committed to innovation, ethics, and patient care. Here at ALK Spain, you will not only work within a supportive and cheerful environment but also gain diverse opportunities for professional growth. As the legal and compliance point of contact for the majority of ALK activities, you will interact with both local and global organizations, enhancing your expertise and broadening your professional network.

Fields of responsibility

• Ethical Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable ethical and penal regulations for all professionals dealing with prescribers, safeguarding ALK’s integrity and reputation.
• Compliance Officer Role: Assume compliance responsibilities as outlined in the established Legal Prevention Model for ALK Spain.
• ALK Representation: Serve as ALK’s representative in the Farmaindustria Legal Working Group, contributing to discussions on legal matters pertinent to the pharmaceutical sector.
• Legislation Surveillance: Monitor local legislation, ensuring that ALK processes are in compliance and implementing necessary adjustments.
• Legal Advice: Provide expert legal advice and prepare contractual agreements that comply with Spanish legislation, especially those involving value transfers to healthcare professionals or personal data treatment.
• GDPR Coordinator: Lead the management of data governance in accordance with GDPR, ensuring that data protection practices align with local and global regulations.

Your qualifications

• Background: We are looking for candidates with a legal and business foundation and a strong understanding of compliance requirements, ideally within the healthcare or pharmaceutical sectors. Ability to navigate complex legal scenarios efficiently should be proved.
• Education: A Law or Business Administration degree is essential; a combined degree is preferable to equip you with both legal and strategic insights.
• Experience: Previous experience in compliance or legal counsel roles, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry or a regulated environment.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with Spanish legislation pertaining to healthcare professionals, Data Protection laws, and compliance frameworks.
• Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across functions and levels within the organization. Detail-oriented is a must as well as strong analytical capabilities.
• Language: Fluency in Spanish and English is a must (C1 level required)

The location

The position is located at ALK’s site in Madrid, which is in the business area of ​​Ciudad Lineal, very close to the center of Madrid. We have quick access to the Hermanos García Noblejas and Ascao metro stations and we also have a wide bus connection. The manufacturing center is located at Calle Miguel Fleta 19 while the Business Support area is in an annex building located in the Avalon Business Park. Nevertheless, we have a remote working policy that will allow you to work from home part of your time.

ALK, among other benefits, has a canteen where employees can have breakfast and lunch every day.

If this sounds like a company mission, job, and a department you would like to be part of, we hope to receive your CV and application, but please do not send your CV via e-mail due to GDPR rules.

Contact

For further information on the position please contact ESMA_HR@alk.net

ALK is an equal opportunity employer, and we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.