This role will provide strategic as well as pragmatic Legal & Compliance guidance and solutions to Edwards Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (EEMEA) leadership, commercial teams and functions.

By establishing strong and proactive relationships with business leaders at EEMEA and local level, this role acts as a strategic thought partner for Edwards\xe2\x80\x99 EEMEA business and will develop and implement Legal & Compliance strategies, which will enable business success and promote patient wellbeing.

In close collaboration with other functions (e.g. HR, Regulatory, Internal Audit, Finance, etc) this role handles complex Legal & Compliance issues in-line with legal-, industry- or internal standards, and communicates to the appropriate levels within the organization (functionally and with business partners).

This role provides legal guidance and serves as advisor to management to provide complex direction and support to teams to execute enterprise-level projects, initiatives and/or programs (e.g., legal research, recommendations on courses of action, contract review, drafting and negotiating agreements, review and interpretation of legislation, document review in litigation, and subject matter specific projects).

This role further acts as proactive business partner on all Compliance topics related to the EEMEA area and spearheads the execution of the Corporate Compliance program (e.g. act as matter expert for local Compliance questions, drive and ensure a culture of Ethics & Compliance, support

Essential Skills & Requirements for the role:
Qualified lawyer in one of EEMEA\xe2\x80\x99s jurisdictions or equivalent

Solid Experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal department

Experience in managing a Compliance program across multiple jurisdictions

Relevant industry experience would be an asset (e.g., medical device, pharmaceuticals, etc.) or in a highly regulated environment

Excellent analytical, detail-oriented, organized and information seeking skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives

Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization

Ability to represent leadership on programs or org-specific strategic initiatives within multiple areas, interfacing with project managers, legal team and leadership team

Ability to consult in program setting within multiple financial areas, deeper or more dedicated advisory role, interfacing with more senior management
Ability to provide leadership to outsourcing partners on a directive level, participates on medium scale RFP

Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in United Arab Emirates?

As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).
Edwards Lifesciences in United Arab Emirates also offers the following benefits:
Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
Flexible working hours, remote working
Risk Insurance
Health Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Programme
Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive Wellness Programme

Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.

About Edwards Lifesciences

Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease, as well as critical care and surgical monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company collaborates with the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading clinicians and researchers to address unmet healthcare needs, working to improve patient outcomes and enhance lives. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Edwards Lifesciences has extensive operations in North America, Europe, Japan, Latin America and Asia and currently employs over 13,000 individuals worldwide.

For us, helping patients is not a slogan - it\xe2\x80\x99s our life\xe2\x80\x99s work. From developing devices that replace or repair a diseased heart valve to creating new technologies that monitor vital signs in the critical care setting, we focus on helping patients regain and improve the quality of their life.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In countries where vaccines are less available, or other requirements exist, we may institute alternate measures that optimize patient safety and healthcare provider safety, which may include regular COVID testing or specific masking requirements.

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