Your mission

We are seeking an experienced Legal, Compliance and Risk Manager (m/f/d) to manage and further develop our compliance strategies in order to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements across our international organization. Furthermore, you will be responsible for the management of our software licence agreements and other legal documents in close cooperation with internal stakeholders and external partners. 

Your responsibilities in the field of compliance / quality management / GDPR: 

• Act as the sole advisor and sparring partner for the Management / CEO for our German and international entities on all compliance-related issues
• Manage and coordinate our internal quality management and prepare audit and certification processes (ISO 9001, 27001, GxP) in close cooperation with our external QM service provider
• Ensure GDPR compliance in cooperation with our external data protection officer, further develop policies and processes
• Steer and monitor the implementation of the company's environmental, social and governance strategy (ESG) and ensure the regular reporting of actions required
• Establish a proactive risk management system to identify, analyze and mitigate compliance gaps and liability risks

Essential legal functions / contract management: 

• Coordinate the entire international management of our software licence agreements (SaaS model) including the implementation of contract management tools to enhance and further develop our processes
• Provide legal and commercial advice across departments (e.g. Sales, QM, Finance, Software Development) and act as an interface in this area
• Participate in the negotiation of contracts and other legal documents
• Strategically manage and engage external counsel on legal matters, in Germany as well as English-speaking countries
• Identify potential risks in contracts and legal documents, develop action plans to minimize risks and foster a culture of compliance and risk management

Your profile

• Degree in (Business) Law, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5-7 years of professional experience in compliance, quality management or legal operations, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical technology, or other regulated branches 
• Proficiency in quality management systems (ISO or other)
• Proven knowledge of IT law (software licence agreements) and strong understanding of corporate governance, compliance regulations, and contract management
• Project management and organizational skills, as well as strong communication skills for the successful cooperation across teams
• Business fluent in German and English with international working experience

Why us?

What we offer:

• Flexibility: Enjoy working together with the team in our state-of-the-art design office space in the city of Frankfurt on a hybrid working model
• Impactful Work: As a legal expert, take on a central role as an internal advisor across divisions and teams, with the option to further develop our compliance and contract management 
• Growth Opportunities: We support and foster the professional development of our team members by offering attractive learning and training opportunities
• Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse, dynamic and international team
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a generous salary, attractive benefits, and opportunities for professional development

About us

Schlafender Hase is the global leader in proofreading and content comparison software for regulated industries. For over 20 years, we’ve built a reputation for excellence, serving pharmaceutical and adjacent sectors with innovative, user-friendly solutions. Headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany, with an office in Montréal, Canada, our diverse international team thrives on collaboration and innovation.