Legal Associate

Cpl in partnership with the SK pharmteco Small Molecule, Europe, facility located in Swords, are looking for a Legal Associate for a 6 months contract period.

About the company

SK pharmteco is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with state-of-the-art facilities in Korea, US, France and Ireland. We are part of SK Inc., a Korea company with revenues of $99 billion in 2023. Our mission is to 'produce and deliver life-changing therapies that improve patient outcomes and save lives'. The SK pharmteco Small Molecule, Europe, facility located in Swords, Co Dublin, Ireland has led the way in the development, scale-up and commercial manufacture of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and Chemical Intermediates for over 60 years. With a talented workforce, exceptional technical capabilities and facilities we have made some of the world's most important medicines and continue to do so. Further information on SK pharmteco can be found at www.skpharmteco.com

Legal Associate

Cpl in partnership with the SK pharmteco Small Molecule, Europe, facility located in Swords, are looking for a Legal Associate who provides general legal advice to the Swords Site which takes into account the needs of the business whilst balancing risk in a proportionate manner which is aligned with relevant laws and regulations and internal policies.

Scope and Scale

To provide proactive assistance to the business with general legal queries and contractual matters.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Legal Advice: Provide timely and accurate legal advice to internal stakeholders on various matters such as compliance, commercial agreements, and risk management.
• Corporate Governance: Assist with corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with company law, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with departments like procurement, finance, HR, and quality assurance to ensure seamless legal support across the business.
• Contract Drafting & Review: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to manufacturing, product supply, and distribution.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all legal activities comply with relevant laws, including Irish, EU, and international regulations governing the pharmaceutical and manufacturing sectors.
• Keep up-to-date with and raise awareness of legal developments pertinent to the business and provide appropriate training regarding the same.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• A University Degree.
• Qualified solicitor, legal practitioner (preferably in Ireland).
• Contract Law Expertise: Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, such as manufacturing, supply, and distribution agreements.
• Knowledge of English at fluent level, both written & spoken.

Desirable Skills & Knowledge

• Circa 5 Years post qualification work experience.
• Experience in a CMO or Pharma Environment: Familiarity with the dynamics of working in a CMO or similar contract-based manufacturing environment.
• International Exposure: Experience working with multinational companies, or dealing with cross-border legal matters, particularly in the EU and US.
• Experience in the Life Sciences/Pharma Sector: Knowledge of the regulatory frameworks governing the pharmaceutical industry, particularly GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and FDA regulations, is highly desirable.
• Supply Chain & Manufacturing Agreements: Understanding of contract terms related to the manufacture and supply of goods, quality assurance, timelines, penalties, and intellectual property considerations.
• Experience in Corporate/Commercial Law: Strong background in commercial contracts, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance, particularly in relation to manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences, is beneficial.

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate favourable terms in manufacturing and supply agreements, working effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Commercial Acumen: Understanding of the commercial and financial implications of legal decisions, and ability to balance legal risks with business objectives. Embraces change to drive innovative and appropriate outcomes.
• Successful experience in cross-functional interactions.
• Ability to discuss controversial topics with senior executive leadership and obtain their buy-in.
• Superior personal integrity and ethics.
• Shares knowledge in an appropriately open and transparent way.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.
• Good presentation skills to ensure training to the business is clear.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.