We take great pride in our vast range of chemical and biochemical products and our high standards can only be maintained through great people who share our values and desire to do the very best job possible every day.
Main Purpose of the Job
We are seeking a skilled and business-minded Corporate Staff Attorney to join our global legal team. In this role, you will provide legal support for a wide range of commercial contracts, ensuring compliance, managing risk, and enabling business success across our global operations. You will work closely with commercial, procurement, and operational teams, advising on contract terms and negotiations with customers, suppliers, and partners.
Key Responsibilities
* Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including supply, distribution, service, NDAs, licensing, and collaboration agreements
* Provide clear, pragmatic legal advice to business stakeholders, balancing legal risk with commercial goals
* Assist in managing corporate governance, including entity management and board resolutions.
* Support cross-border transactions and global projects, working closely with regional and global teams
* Advise on legal risks and contractual obligations, and assist in the resolution of contract dispus or escalations
* Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and legal guidelines
* Ensure compliance with applicable laws, industry regulations, and internal policies
* Collaborate with external counsel when necessary and manage legal spend effectively
* Support legal training and awareness initiatives within the business
Candidate Requirements
* Qualified lawyer with 5+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE), ideally gained in-house or in a reputable law firm
* Strong experience in commercial contract law, preferably within the healthcare or life sciences sector
* Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with a practical, solutions-focused mindset
* Ability to work independently while being a collaborative team player
* Comfortable managing multiple priorities across different time zones and jurisdictions
* Fluent in English; additional languages (e.g., German, French) are a plus
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders
Why Join Us?
* Work in a dynamic and innovative global environment
* Be part of a purpose-driven company contributing to science, health, and sustainability
* Collaborate with a diverse, talented, and international team
* Opportunities for professional development and growth
About us
Biosynth® is an innovative life sciences reagents, custom synthesis and manufacturing services company headquartered in Staad, Switzerland. We are by scientists, for scientists, securing supply chains with consistent quality, across the globe. As a trusted supplier, manufacturer and partner to the pharmaceutical, life science and diagnostic industries, as well as food, agrochemical and cosmetic customers, we have facilities on three continents and a rapid global distribution network. Our main production laboratories are located in Switzerland, the UK, Slovakia and China, with peptide and antibody production in the US, the UK and the Netherlands. Enzyme projects are based in Austria, bioconjugation projects in Germany and biological IVD reagents in Ireland.
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