Job description

A reputable and well-established multinational pharmaceutical company is actively recruiting a legal & compliance executive for their Dubai office.

Please note that you must meet all the criteria set out below for your application to be considered. Suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted by us within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

Main responsibilities

• Support the organization in ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal requirements.
• Assist with contract administration, regulatory submissions, policy implementation, and risk management to safeguard the organization’s legal and ethical position.
• Draft, review, and manage contracts, agreements, NDAs, and other legal documentation.
• Maintain and regularly update contract repositories and legal records.
• Support dispute resolution processes and prepare litigation-related documentation when required.
• Monitor adherence to applicable local and international laws and regulations.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures.
• Support internal compliance audits and conduct risk assessments.
• Lead the drafting, review, and periodic update of internal policies and codes of conduct.
• Assist with investigations related to compliance issues or breaches of policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in legal, ethics, and compliance functions.
• Prior experience within the life sciences sector, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or another regulated industry.
• Strong capabilities in legal drafting, document review, corporate law, and compliance frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable local and international laws and regulatory requirements.
• Applicants should be available for face-to-face interviews in the location mentioned above.