About Unilabs
Headquartered in Geneva and part of the A.P. Moller Group, Unilabs is one of Europe’s leading medical diagnostics companies, offering a complete range of laboratory, pathology, genetics, and imaging services to patients across 14 countries. Unilabs invests heavily in technology, equipment, and people – using digital technologies in its state-of-the-art laboratories and imaging institutes – to improve the lives of close to 100 million people every year.
The Role
We are seeking a commercially driven and analytically strong Senior Legal Officer to support our operations in the Netherlands within a leading international healthcare and diagnostics group.
This role combines hands-on legal execution, compliance leadership, and regulatory advisory, with a clear mandate to enable the business while safeguarding patient safety, regulatory compliance, and ethical standards.
You will act as a trusted partner to the local management team and business functions, operating within a risk-based, value-driven Legal & Compliance framework, and contributing to the ongoing transformation of the function towards increased efficiency, standardization, and business enablement.
You report to an above market Head of Legal & Compliance function with a dotted line to the Dutch General Manager.
Key Responsibilities
1. Legal (Commercial & Corporate)
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Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
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Customer and framework agreements (public and private sector)
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Supplier and outsourcing agreements
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Partnership and collaboration agreements
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Provide strategic legal support in procurement processes
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Advise on corporate law matters, governance and internal decision-making processes
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Support transactions, partnerships and business development initiatives
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Manage disputes and litigation, including coordination with external counsel
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Deliver pragmatic, risk-calibrated legal advice aligned with business priorities
2. Compliance & Ethics
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Drive and support the compliance framework across the Netherlands, including:
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Anti-corruption and anti-bribery
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Fraud prevention and internal controls
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Third-party due diligence and integrity screening
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Conflicts of interest management
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Promote a culture of transparency, accountability and ethical conduct
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Implement policies, procedures, training and awareness programs
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Ensure alignment with group compliance standards and reporting requirements
3. Data Protection & Information Governance
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Provide legal support on GDPR and data protection matters, including:
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Data processing arrangements and governance structures
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Data subject rights and regulatory interactions
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DPIAs and risk assessments (in collaboration with group privacy specialists)
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Support integration of data protection into operational and clinical workflows
4. Regulatory Affairs & Clinical Compliance
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Advise on healthcare regulatory frameworks applicable to diagnostic services, including:
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National healthcare legislation and supervisory requirements
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Patient safety and quality standards
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Professional and clinical governance frameworks
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Provide legal/regulatory input on clinical processes and service delivery models, including:
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Use of medical technology and AI in clinical workflows
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Interaction with healthcare professionals and institutions
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Contribute to regulatory risk assessments, inspections and authority interactions
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Support implementation of clinical compliance programs, in close collaboration with Quality and Regulatory teams
5. Risk Management & Business Partnership
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Conduct legal and compliance risk assessments, including forward-looking risk identification
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Translate legal and regulatory requirements into practical, operational guidance
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Partner closely with key stakeholders, including:
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Commercial and business development teams
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Operations, Quality & Group Legal & Compliance
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Medical and clinical leadership
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Contribute to process improvements, standardization and self-service tools
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Support the Legal & Compliance transformation agenda, including efficient use of technology, templates and external counsel
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
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Master of Laws (LL.M. or equivalent Dutch law degree)
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Minimum 6–8 years of relevant professional experience, preferably:
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In-house in a regulated industry (healthcare strongly preferred), and/or
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At a reputable law firm with relevant practice areas
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Strong experience in commercial contracting and negotiations
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Solid understanding of healthcare regulation, clinical compliance and/or medical law
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Knowledge of data protection (GDPR) is a strong advantage
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Experience interacting with regulatory authorities is a plus
Profile & Competencies
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Business-oriented and pragmatic – able to balance legal risk with commercial objectives
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High integrity and sound judgment – strong ethical compass
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Analytical and structured, with the ability to handle complex, multi-dimensional issues
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Strong stakeholder management skills – able to influence across functions and seniority levels
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Hands-on and execution-focused, with the ability to prioritize effectively
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Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, transforming environment
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Fluent in Dutch and English (both written and spoken)
What We Offer
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A key role in a purpose-driven healthcare organization
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Exposure to complex, high-impact legal and regulatory matters
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Opportunity to shape and contribute to a modern, business-enabling Legal & Compliance function
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An international environment with strong collaboration across markets
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Great independence and part-taking in a strategic leadership team (CLT)
