Details of the Organization

Shalina Healthcare is one of the largest privately owned pharmaceutical companies in Africa, headquartered in Dubai, UAE. For over 40 years, the company has manufactured and distributed branded prescription and OTC products across multiple therapeutic areas.

Details of the Job/Internship

Shalina Healthcare is hiring a senior legal professional to support its global operations across Africa, China, India, and the UAE.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on commercial agreements and IP matters, including licensing, distribution, supply, collaborations, and amalgamations.
• Lead the complete contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, execution, and compliance management.
• Manage trademark and IP matters such as filings, renewals, oppositions, infringement risks, and brand usage.
• Coordinate with external IP counsel across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support brand launches and marketing initiatives through IP clearance and risk assessment.
• Advise on cross-border transactions, joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Conduct legal research on pharmaceutical regulations, IP laws, and compliance requirements.
• Perform legal and business due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, regulatory, procurement, and compliance.
• Identify and mitigate litigation, IP disputes, and infringement risks.
• Handle legal disputes and litigation with support from external counsel when required.
• Monitor legal, regulatory, and industry developments and advise senior management proactively.

Eligibility

• Company Secretary qualification with a Bachelor’s degree in Law from an accredited institution.
• Active membership with the relevant State Bar Association.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in contract management, IP, commercial transactions, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience preferably within Pharmaceutical, FMCG, FMCD, or CPG sectors.
• Strong expertise in commercial, corporate, and IP laws.
• Experience managing trademark portfolios and IP risks.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Experience in litigation, IP infringement, and regulatory investigations is preferred.

Salary/Stipend

Compensation details will be finalized during the interview process with the selected candidate.

Type of Opportunity

Fulltime

Country

India

Address

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Application and Registration Details

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