Senior Legal Counsel Litigation & Investigation / Senior Legal Counsel Litigation & Investigation

Job ID

REQ-10057257

July 11, 2025

Switzerland

Summary

In the role of a strategic legal partner, you will manage complex ex-US litigations and cross-border investigations, providing expert legal counsel on international disputes, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. This position involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to company policies and global legal standards while proactively identifying and addressing potential legal and business risks.

Hybrid  | Location: Basel, Switzerland

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Assume responsibility and provide strategic advice for ex-US group material litigations, ensuring effective management of legal proceedings while mitigating risks and safeguarding the company's interests.
• Lead and oversee internal investigations involving potential misconduct or legal breaches in collaboration with Global Security and the SpeakUp Office of Novartis; ensure thorough and fair evaluations of facts, adherence to investigative protocols, and timely resolution of issues in alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide expert legal advice on cross-border disputes, international investigations, and related legal issues, including data privacy, secrecy obligations, and international regulatory requirements in sensitive disclosures or international data transfers.
• Partner closely with key related functions, ensuring compliance with Novartis' policies and legal requirements in all aspects of litigation, investigation, and transactions.
• Identify potential legal and business risks stemming from international litigations and investigations, delivering practical and forward-thinking solutions to proactively mitigate exposure.
• Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders to enhance collaboration and anticipate challenges.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree - Swiss qualified lawyer & qualified attorney-at-law (bar admission).
• High proficiency in German and English required - spoken & written; additional languages are an asset.
• Demonstrated extensive legal experience, ideally in the Pharma sector or at a top-tier law firm.
• Significant experience in international litigation/arbitration and investigation.
• Experience in leadership and interactions with senior management.
• Ability to navigate a highly complex environment, reducing complexity into meaningful decision recommendations.
• Strong business partnering experience.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are dedicated to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation:

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, due to a medical condition or disability, you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please reach out to inclusion.switzerland@novartis.com and provide details regarding your request along with your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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Why Novartis:

At Novartis, we believe that helping people with diseases and their families takes more than innovative science. It requires a community of intelligent, passionate individuals. Together, we collaborate, support, and inspire one another to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Are you ready to help create a brighter future?

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Application Process:

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Division

Legal

Business Unit

Corporate

Location

Switzerland

Site

Basel (City)

Company / Legal Entity

C010 (FCRS = CH010) Novartis International AG

Functional Area

Legal & Intellectual Property & Compliance

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.