Legal Director Region APAC

Are you an experienced legal professional with a passion for navigating complex legal landscapes? Do you thrive in a leadership role where you can shape strategy, ensure compliance, and drive impactful decisions? If so, we invite you to join Novo Nordisk as our new Legal Director for the APAC region. Read on and apply today for a life-changing career!

About the department

You will be part of the Legal, Compliance & Audit team at Novo Nordisk APAC. Based in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, this department ensures that our organisation operates ethically and in compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. From corporate governance to business litigation, intellectual property, and compliance, we provide strategic legal counsel across the full value chain. Our team is committed to safeguarding Novo Nordisk’s interests while supporting its mission to improve the lives of patients worldwide. The role will report directly to the Vice President of Legal, Ethics, Compliance & Quality (LECQ) APAC.

The position

The Legal Director oversees legal strategy, compliance, and risk management to ensure alignment with Novo Nordisk’s business objectives and regulatory requirements. This role serves as the company’s primary legal representative in negotiations, litigation, and corporate governance matters across the APAC region. The Legal Director collaborates with senior leadership and external stakeholders to develop policies, exercise independent judgment on complex legal issues, and represent the Legal, Compliance & Audit department.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Provide strategic legal counsel to the organization : Advise senior leadership on legal matters affecting business operations and strategy, offer guidance on corporate law, transactions, intellectual property, and employment issues, and support decision-making with risk assessments and legal insights.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements : Monitor and interpret relevant changes, develop and implement policies to maintain adherence, and collaborate with compliance teams to address regulatory challenges.
• Oversee corporate governance and ethical practices : Ensure adherence to governance principles and ethical standards, support the board of directors with legal advice and documentation, and promote a culture of integrity and accountability throughout the organization.
• Manage legal risks and business litigation : Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks, oversee dispute resolution and coordination with external counsel, and develop strategies to minimize exposure to legal liabilities.
• Lead and develop the legal team : Provide mentorship and professional development, effectively allocate resources to align with organizational priorities, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

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