Job Description

Legal Counsel is primarily responsible for acting as in-house counsel for Össur Americas, including serving as Data Protection Officer.

Responsibilities:

Provide general legal advice to Össur Americas and Clinics and other companies within the Össur Group as requested, both in the U.S. and abroad, including leading in-house subject matter expertise regarding US data privacy laws, regulations, requirements applicable to the collection, processing, transfer, and sharing of personal data
In cooperation with internal compliance functions and, review, evaluate, and implement proposed privacy policies, programs and procedures
Prepare, negotiate, review and revise various contracts, including distribution agreements, sales representative agreements, consulting agreements, GPO agreements, licenses, non-disclosure agreements, business associate agreements, etc.
Advise and coordinate with internal compliance and regulatory functions to ensure compliance with applicable Federal and State laws (e.g., Federal Anti-Kickback Law, False Claims Act, Buy American Act, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, F.D.A. regulations, etc.)
Partner with business units to assess legal risk and provide legal guidance
Participate in acquisitions, litigations and other projects as required
All employees must be aware, have knowledge and shall have recieved general training in Quality requirements of Össur. Training takes place in the Onboarding process and in New Employee Orientation. More specific Quality training is job specific.
All training related to the quality management system is done in accordance to the Training Management Process (QM1681).
Exercises good use of company funds and property within the set guidelines. Maintains an honest and professional attitude as the company’s representative at all times.
Contributes to a safe working environment by maintaining own workspace and reporting any potential hazards
Performs process validations.
Adhere to Company’s safety rules
Adhere to Company Values – Honesty – Frugality - Courage
Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications:

Law Degree and 3+ years’ experience in Corporate Environment
Healthcare industry background is a plus
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong analytics capabilities
Proficient with Microsoft software products including OUTLOOK, WORD, EXCEL, and POWERPOINT
Ability to travel required, domestic and global, 20%
Flexible work schedule to accommodate regularly scheduled meetings with global counterparts in consideration of time zone differences

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $93,982 - $150,000 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Benefits we offer: