Legal Advisor – Biopharma (MEA)

About the role

The Legal Advisor will support Biopharma‑MEA operations in the United Arab Emirates, ensuring that all agreements and business activities comply with applicable laws, regulations and company policies. The role combines contract management, risk mitigation and corporate governance to enable the business to meet its commercial objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, including distribution, supply, promotion, agency, consultancy and confidentiality contracts.
• Identify legal and commercial risks in contractual obligations and propose mitigation measures aligned with business goals.
• Provide legal counsel to management and cross‑functional teams on commercial, corporate, employment and general business matters.
• Support contract discussions with Marketing Authorization Holders, distributors, sub‑distributors and service providers.
• Maintain and monitor contractual documentation, key obligations, renewal dates and termination provisions.
• Assist in the assessment and management of disputes, claims and contractual breaches, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
• Participate in corporate governance activities, preparing or reviewing resolutions, powers of attorney and other legal documents.
• Stay up‑to‑date with changes in relevant laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or an equivalent recognized legal qualification; professional qualification or postgraduate degree in international business law is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of legal experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical, healthcare or life‑sciences sector.
• Demonstrated experience handling contractual arrangements with pharmaceutical manufacturers, suppliers, MAHs, distributors and sub‑distributors.
• Proven track record supporting pharmaceutical business operations in Egypt and GCC markets, with solid knowledge of commercial, corporate, contractual and regulatory environments.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical business model and the relationships among MAHs, local representatives, distributors and sub‑distributors.

Required skills