Job DescriptionParalegal, ANZLooking for a different challenge as a Paralegal whereby you can utilise your skills?Permanent Full-time position with competitive renumeration and benefitsLocation Sydney, Macquarie ParkHybrid, work from home and office environment, with a dedicated and welcoming teamUpskill and grow in an area you're passionate about, whilst being fully supported and encouragedJoin a trusted Global leading organisation working across Human and Animal Health ANZ as ParalegalThe Paralegal – ANZ will report to the Director, Legal & Compliance – ANZ and supports the ANZ Legal & Compliance team in providing paralegal and compliance advice to our business in ANZ and ensures the right legal and compliance standards and requirements are met.The successful candidate shall assume responsibilities for legal and compliance work, as designated by the Director, Legal & Compliance - ANZ.In addition, as a member of the Asia Pacific Legal & Compliance Team, you will work with other team members, as well as colleagues from the global Legal & Compliance organisation, external counsel, headquarters and subsidiary staff and functional groups, as required.What You Will DoResponsibilities include, however not limited to:Paralegal – 45%Maintain, update and roll out of template agreements in collaboration with cross functional stakeholders, e.g.
ProcurementLiaise with the board of directors, officers and external law firms regarding corporate secretarial mattersReview, draft and/or develop non-complex legal documents (e.g.
Non-Disclosure Agreements) and communications independentlyAs required, contribute to the review and/or drafting of more complex legal documents and communications, under the direction of Director, Legal & Compliance – ANZIndependently handle legal and/or factual research as requiredAssist with the management of legal issues on a day-to-day basis under the direction of Director, Legal & Compliance – ANZAssist internal legal review as part of our company's medical-legal process for promotional materials according to local laws, and our company's policies and standardsCompliance – 45%Provide advice and guidance independently or in consultation with the Director, Legal & Compliance – ANZ, on compliance-related matters and inquiries for the business divisions within ANZ for our company through close collaboration with the local business practices officer and as designated by the Director, Legal & Compliance - ANZEnsure the timely completion of all tasks delegated with minimal oversight/supervision by Director, Legal & Compliance – ANZAssist the Director, Legal & Compliance – ANZ with the review of internal processes, documents and reports of our company in ANZ, and ensure compliance with the relevant internal and external regulatory framework, company policies, standards and requirementsAssist the Director, Legal & Compliance – ANZ in conducting internal investigations, where necessary, in collaboration with Global Security, Global Investigations and Office of Ethics, analysis and advisory activitiesUnderstand and proactively identify privacy risks and gaps in the local business/functionFinancial and Administration Management – 10%Support Director, Legal & Compliance – ANZ in management and tracking of Legal & Compliance team budget and expenses, as neededLiaise with regional paralegal supporting the Asia Pacific Legal & Compliance Team to support budget and expense management for the ANZ Legal & Compliance functionRaising purchase orders on behalf of the ANZ Legal & Compliance team for external services, as neededAssist the Director, Legal & Compliance – ANZ in the preparation and updates of Legal & Compliance related reportsWhat You Must HaveBachelor or equivalent degree/qualification in Law requiredSubstantial prior post-qualifications experiencePrior In-house paralegal and compliance experience in a pharmaceutical company or other highly regulated industries (e.g.
biochemicals, medical devices industry) highly advantageousFamiliarity with the US FCPA, the Medicines Australia's Code of Conduct, the Medicines New Zealand Code of Practice and local pharmaceutical related laws and regulations in the ANZ would be advantageousRelevant knowledge of legal principles and sound legal advisory skillsAbility to communicate confidently and effectively with the business and cross-functional teamsStrong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and writtenAbility to speak and write clearly and succinctly, including ability to expound on legal issues to a wide range of audienceAbility to provide practical and commercially focused solutions whilst consistently applying a high standard of integrity, professionalism, legal knowledge, and business ethicsTechnologically savvy, intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)Ability to use technology as an enabler for efficiency and effectivenessWhat You Can ExpectWork autonomously whilst being supported, encouraged and being part of a trusted Global leading organisationExposure to upskill and develop in your roleFlexibility and opening doors to other opportunities and skillsetsJoining a collaborative team of likeminded individualsWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.
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