P2605 - Legal & Pre-Commercial Alliance Coordinator
Debiopharm is privately-owned Swiss biopharmaceutical company committed to research in Oncology and Infectious diseases to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Debiopharm International SA aims to develop innovative therapies via our unique “development only” business model, acting as a bridge between disruptive discovery products and patient access in international markets. At Debiopharm you will be at the forefront of the fight against cancer and infectious diseases through working on innovative medicines for patients. Efficacy is our mode of action, saving lives our collective target. Join our team at Debiopharm where together, we innovate, we impact, and we grow.
For our Legal Department based at our Headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, we are looking for a
Legal & Pre-Commercial Alliance Coordinator - CDI, 90-100%.
This central role is dedicated to streamlining administrative workflows and overseeing the full contract lifecycle. You will serve as the departmental hub, providing high-level support for Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs) and alliance-related initiatives across the group.
Requirements
Your responsibilities will be but not limited to:
· Workflow Oversight: Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including formatting and coordinating the execution of legal documents.
· Systems Expert: Act as the internal Subject Matter Expert for DocuSign, providing training and troubleshooting for the department.
· Knowledge Management: Direct digital and physical archiving to ensure all legal instruments are immediately accessible.
· CDA Management: Independently prepare and review CDAs in strict alignment with company guidelines.
· Legal Tech Integration: Drive the adoption of contract automation and identify AI opportunities to improve departmental efficiency.
· Alliance Operations: Coordinate Joint Steering Committee (JSC) meetings, including minute distribution and tracking critical action items.
· Paralegal & IP Support: Assist with notarization, legalization, and agreement preparation, serving as the primary backup for Paralegals.
· Compliance Monitoring: Oversee legal quality checks on clinical databases and manage transparency reporting (e.g., Sunshine Act).
Your profile
· Education: Commercial Employee training (CFC) or an equivalent qualification.
· Experience: At least 5 years of experience in legal operations or a coordinator role within a multinational environment.
· Technical Skills: Advanced MS Office proficiency and a strong aptitude for using AI tools to enhance productivity.
· Languages: Proficiency in English (written and oral); a good knowledge of French is a significant asset.
· Organization: Exceptional skills with a proven ability to manage shifting priorities independently.
· Mindset: A proactive, solution-oriented approach with the responsiveness to thrive under pressure.
· Interpersonal Agility: Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse cultural backgrounds.
Benefits
What we Offer:
· Being part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and impact aren’t just values — they’re how we work every day
· Partner with teams across disciplines, at the forefront of oncology and anti-infective development
· An inclusive and respectful workplace — proud to be Equal-Pay certified
· Grow in a culture that values people, purpose, and performance
· A chance to grow, share, and shape the future of healthcare
What to Expect in the Recruitment Process:
If your application is selected, you’ll be invited to interviews with Talent Acquisition and the Hiring Manager via Teams, followed by a panel interview and reference checks. Communication is handled via Workable—check your spam folder for emails from *@outbound.workable.com.
Please contact our HR Department prior to submitting any profiles. We cannot accept unsolicited applications from agencies or recruiters.