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

Job ID

REQ-10057257

Jul 14, 2025

Switzerland

Summary

This role involves providing effective legal counsel to assigned business functions or senior leadership teams within a global business framework. The position also entails leading the legal function for a country organization or a group of countries by acting as a business partner, shaping business decisions, negotiating contracts, managing legal disputes, and advising on substantive legal matters. The individual will typically oversee large or complex projects and transactions, utilizing in-depth legal expertise.

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, adherence to investigative protocols, and timely issue resolution 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 to ensure adherence to Novartis' policies and legal requirements in all aspects of litigation, investigations, 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; other languages are an asset.
• Demonstrated extensive legal experience, ideally in the Pharma sector and/or top-tier law firm.
• Significant experience in international litigation/arbitration and investigations.
• Experience in leadership and interactions with senior management.
• Ability to navigate highly complex environments, translating this complexity into meaningful decision recommendations.
• Strong business partnering experience.

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 Accommodation

Novartis is dedicated to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to all individuals. If you require accommodation due to a medical condition or disability during the recruitment process, please reach out via email to inclusion.switzerland@novartis.com. Please include the nature of your request and your contact information along with the job requisition number.

Benefits and Rewards

Explore our handbook to discover all the ways we support your personal and professional growth: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Why Novartis

Helping individuals affected by disease and their families requires more than just innovative science; it takes a community of intelligent, passionate people. Together, we collaborate, support, and inspire one another to achieve breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. Are you ready to create a brighter future with us?

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How to Apply

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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