Head of Corporate and Finance Legal (d/f/m)

Job Description SummarySandoz is going through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines.Now as an independently listed company, Sandoz aims to increase its strategic focus, operate with greater agility, set clearer business objectives, enhance shareholder returns, and strengthen its culture for us, the Sandoz associates. This is an exciting time in our history, and by creating a new and ambitious path, it will provide a unique opportunity for us all, both professionally and personally. Join us as a Founder of our ‘new’ Sandoz!As Head of Corporate and Finance Legal, you will be responsible for providing legal support in a broad range of global corporate matters, including legal advice to Sandoz Executive Committee members, Group Tax, Group Finance, Group Treasury, Investor Relations and Communications and the Office of the Sandoz Group AG Board, on matters related to corporate governance, subsidiary entity management, transactions, financing arrangements and global securities compliance. You will display excellent business and legal judgment, strategic thinking and problem solving, along with demonstrated success with interpersonal skills, and a dynamic, team-oriented, flexible work style and approach.Corporate Finance Legal Support:Support corporate transactions, capitalization events, debt/equity financings and other investments.Support and advise Group Tax, Finance or Treasury on security filings as well as in negotiation and drafting to effect corporate borrowings in Swiss, European or US and other capital markets transactions.Security ComplianceSecurities Law Compliance. Support global securities law compliance and reporting obligations to internal and external authorities, including support for the Global Corporate Secretary on Swiss SIX reporting, US OTCIQ and other disclosure controls and reporting procedures.Insider Management. Manage Insider Lists and provide counsel regarding insider trading controls and procedures.Public Company Annual Reporting and Disclosures. Provide legal guidance and support in the preparation of Group Annual Reports and other Disclosures, internal and external finance, and governance audits.Global Legal Entity Management, Corporate Governance:Global Subsidiary Entity ManagementManage and maintain global corporate entity structure, including new entity formations or liquidations.In collaboration with local and regional legal teams, manage and support subsidiary entities’ global corporate secretarial activities, including annual compliance reporting and uniform beneficial ownership (UBO) filings.Manage entity databases and reconciliations in collaboration with Group FRA.Subsidiary Boards ManagementManage global subsidiary boards of directors, training, and procedures.General Corporate GovernanceProvide advice on global corporate governance matters, including but not limited to, ad hoc event reporting, conflicts of interest, and related party transactions.Develop, implement and maintain various compliance initiatives and corporate governance policies.Corporate Legal Support for other Corporate FunctionsCollaborate with, and provide legal support to, other corporate functions, including Employment Legal, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Security Data Privacy and, ERM.What you’ll bring to the role:Essential Requirements:Law degree and qualified attorney-at-law in US or one European jurisdiction. Master’s degree in business or finance is a significant advantage.Fluent in English (spoken and written).10-15+ years legal practice experience in subject matter(s) such as corporate laws and finance laws.Experience in advising publicly listed entities on security matters.Executive level experience working in risk mitigation, legal, complex business / finance transactions, corporate governance, and strategic planning.Excellent research, writing and advocacy skills.Experience drafting legal memos, legal agreements and/or corporate policies.Familiar with legal entities and structures, delegation of authorities and Articles of Association (companies governance).Strong communication skills and experience in managing matters with Company’s senior management.Strong experience in managing attorneys and coordinate outside counsel as needed.Ability to manage and execute tasks independently with self-confidence and in line with the company/ department objectives.Sets up priorities, plans and executes tasks systematically.Why Sandoz?Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, touched the lives of almost 500 million patients last year and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!With investments in new development capabilities, state-of-the-art production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.Our momentum and entrepreneurial spirit is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is encouraged!The future is ours to shape!Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.Accessibility and accommodationSandoz is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.Join our Sandoz Network:If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Sandoz and our career opportunities, join the Network here: Sandoz Talentpool (novartis.com)#SandozSkills DesiredBusiness Partners, Customer Service, Diversity And Inclusion, Employee Recruitment, Human Resources (HR), Human Resources Management, Law (Legal System), Leadership, Legal Advice, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Microsoft Office, Negotiation Skills, Property Law, Senior Management #J-18808-Ljbffr