
Associate Legal Counsel (UK & Ireland) Newbury, England
Job description
Why join Stryker?
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Our total rewards package offering includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
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Who is Stryker
Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. The Company offers a diverse array of innovative medical technologies, including orthopaedics, medical and surgical, and neurotechnology & spine products to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. Stryker products and services are available in over 100 countries around the world. For more information, please visit our website at www.stryker.com.
The role
As part of the Legal & Compliance Department, you will work with various business and functional units on a broad range of commercial and compliance matters and consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and Stryker policies within the UK and Ireland. Reporting to the Regional Counsel (UK & Ireland), you will exercise independent judgement and management skills, and exhibits excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Independently drafting, editing, and negotiating contracts including contracts for sales and services, HCPs, Events, Consultancy, indirect procurement, and non-disclosure agreements
- Providing effective legal services for the divisions, including advisory and contractual support for indirect channels, and assisting in product liability.
- Advising the business on laws, regulations, and Stryker policies
- Assisting with the development of training for business partners to advance business needs and compliance initiatives.
- Providing training and education for stakeholders to ensure the proper functioning and transparency of contractual and other processes.
- Assisting with process improvement projects.
- Supporting development, improvement and updating of templates.
- Providing accurate information and research to the Regional Counsel UK & Ireland and other members of the Legal & Compliance Department regarding laws and regulations.
- Liaising with other members of the European Legal, EEMEA Legal and Compliance Team across Europe.
- Supporting pan-European Legal projects and activities as required.
- Reporting on activities, risks, and opportunities, as appropriate.
- Collaborating with the global Data Privacy Team on local DPAs and Data Privacy Law related agreements and matters.
Education & Special Trainings:
Law degree
Qualifications & Experience:
- This position is for applicants with dedicated professional legal experience, ideally in a matrix, corporate environment. Other professional experience a plus.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Demonstrates a commitment to integrity and accountability.
- Outstanding ethical, professional, and positive demeanour, interpersonal skills, judgement, and ability to communicate at all levels of the corporate organisation.
- Possesses ability to convey legal concepts in a simple manner.
- Proactive attitude and supports change in a dynamic environment.
- Team player with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Discipline to independently pursue matters to conclusion.
- Excellent analytical and drafting skills.
- Well-organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage numerous projects and conflicting demands in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to show discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- High proficiency in computer systems and programs such as the Microsoft Office suite and ability to learn Stryker-specific systems.
- Experience in a regulated industry, such as medical device or pharmaceutical, is a plus.
What do we offer in return?
Our benefits include bonuses; commissions; healthcare; family and parenting leaves; wellness programs; onsite gyms and restaurants; discount purchase programs; and service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities.
About Stryker
Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better.
The company offers innovative products and services in Medical and Surgical, Neurotechnology, Orthopedics, and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 100 million patients annually.
More information is available at stryker.com
