LEGAL COUNSEL - TAPI EU OPS

At TAPI, we’re not just a company—we’re a community committed to advancing health from the core. As the world’s leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), we partner with 80% of the top 50 global pharmaceutical companies. With a legacy spanning over 80 years and a portfolio of more than 350 products, we’re shaping the future of health worldwide. Our strength lies in our people—a team of over 4,200 professionals across 13 state-of-the-art facilities in Italy, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Israel, Mexico, and India. Together, we innovate, solve problems, and deliver excellence. Join us, and be part of a mission that transforms lives. Location of the position This role is available at our European sites in Italy, Croatia, Hungary and Czechia. Your Mission In this role, you’ll be the legal expert for all of our European production sites. Your primary objective is to support our company in all legal on-site activities. Your expertise will touch every corner of our legal OPS, from EHS compliance, labor law, licensing and procurement contracts to specific Italian and other European legal requirements. By working closely with the cross-functional teams, both in-house and external, you’ll help to set the gold legal standard for our company. Your responsibilities include: Supporting our European sites with all legal matters. This includes our four Italian sites in the Milano region, our Croatian site near Zagreb, plus our sites in Debrecen, Hungary and Opava, Czechia. Draft contracts, formalize terms of agreement and draft other legal documents in order to safeguard and promote TAPI’s best interest. Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and industry codes, as well as with TAPI policies. Instruct and manage external law firms and counsels for ongoing litigation, ensuring adherence with cost management principles. Provide legal support to corporate governance matters, such as convening Board meetings and General Meetings. Responsibilities as Privacy Officer as required by the applicable legislation in Europe. Who We’re Looking For We’re seeking a professional with a university degree in Law and admitted to either the Italian, Croatian, Czech or Hungarian Bar. With over 10 years of experience as a commercial lawyer, you need to have a strong background in business operations, commercial and contract law, and litigation. Experience in the pharmaceutical, medical devices, or healthcare sectors would be highly beneficial. Additionally, your knowledge of employment law will be an added advantage. You must possess excellent drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advise at all business levels and in international contexts. Being well-organized, self-disciplined, and having good planning and prioritization skills are essential. Your strong business acumen, ability to work well in a team, and good judgment will also be crucial qualities. Why TAPI? Because We Care. At TAPI, we recognize that our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we’ve created a workplace where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We will offer you a community where we provide great growth opportunities and a supportive culture. We care about your Health & Wellness and Work-life balance with different programs that vary per country. Contact person Reports To Head of Legal TAPI TAPI's Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment TAPI is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is TAPI's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr