Ljubljana, Slovenia On-site Full-time

GenePlanet is hiring a Senior Legal & Compliance Specialist

About the Role

Lead the evolution of our compliance infrastructure and serve as a key legal advisor across business operations, product development, and regulatory strategy. This role demands a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in navigating complex legal landscapes within regulated industries.

What You'll Do

  • Develop, implement, and refine the organization’s compliance framework, including policies, controls, and internal procedures
  • Ensure adherence to GDPR, IVDR, ISO standards, healthcare regulations, and corporate legal obligations
  • Provide actionable legal guidance on commercial agreements, corporate matters, and operational initiatives
  • Prepare, assess, and negotiate contracts, NDAs, and partnership terms to support business objectives
  • Identify legal and compliance risks, propose corrective actions, and promote sound governance practices
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product launches, market expansion, and operations with regulatory requirements
  • Act as a liaison with external legal advisors, auditors, certification bodies, and regulatory authorities

Requirements

  • Law degree (LL.B., LL.M., or equivalent) with 10+ years in legal and compliance roles
  • Proven experience in Biotech, Pharma, MedTech, Life Sciences, or similar regulated sectors
  • Thorough knowledge of compliance systems, commercial law, regulatory frameworks, and healthcare legislation
  • Expertise in GDPR, IVDR, ISO standards, and corporate governance models
  • Structured, practical mindset with strong drafting, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities
  • Fluency in English and Slovenian, both written and spoken

Benefits

  • Take ownership of compliance and legal strategy in a high-impact, international role
  • Shape the foundation of a modern, scalable compliance function aligned with business goals
  • Work closely with senior leadership and influence strategic decisions across legal and regulatory domains
Required Skills
LawComplianceRegulatory FrameworksGDPRIVDRISO StandardsCommercial ContractsLegal GovernanceHealthcare RegulationsBusiness Law LawComplianceRegulatory FrameworksGDPRIVDRISO StandardsCommercial ContractsLegal GovernanceHealthcare RegulationsBusiness Law
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An innovative, high-tech company operating in more than 50 countries worldwide, specializing in preventive genetic testing solutions that empower individuals to take control of their health.
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Department Legal
Category other
Posted 6 days ago