Legal Associate - M&A;, R&D; & Procurement Alfasigma is a privately held global healthcare company founded over 75 years ago in Italy, where it remains headquartered today in Bologna and Milan. The Group operates in over 100 markets spanning Europe, North and South America, Asia, and Africa. Over three years ago, we embarked on a transformative journey to become a truly global innovative healthcare company with a leading focus on Gastrointestinal (GI) health. We have experienced remarkable growth, nearly doubled our revenues, expanding geographically, and integrating several key acquisitions. We have also evolved our portfolio, expanded into rare and specialty segments, and strengthened our pipeline and people's capabilities. But our journey is far from complete! In fact, this is just the beginning of a bold new chapter in Alfasigma's history. We are committed to advancing innovation and leveraging our deep expertise to provide better health and a better quality of life for patients and consumers worldwide and expand our reach across diverse markets. About the Role We are looking for a Legal Associateto join the Alfasigma Global Legal Team in Milan. In this role, you will work closely with business and operations teams. You will focus oncontract management across Business Development, R&D;, Supply Chain and Procurement. You will also gain exposure to M&A; transactions and strategic corporate projects, working in a global and cross‑functional environment. What You Will Do Contract Management (Business Development & R&D;) Draft, review andsupport in thenegotiation ofagreements, including: Licensing (in- and out-licensing) Research and co-development agreements Strategic partnership contracts Support deal structuring and negotiations Manage the full contract lifecycle (execution, amendments, renewals) Identify risks and propose practical, business-oriented solutions Supply Chain & Procurement Support contracts related to: Supply and procurement Manufacturing (CMO/CDMO)



Logistics and distribution Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality requirements Partner with Supply Chain and Procurement stakeholders on legal topics M&A; and Corporate Projects Support M&A; transactions (acquisitions, divestments, strategic deals) Contribute to legal due diligence activities Review contracts and corporate documents Support in the coordination with external counsel and internal teams General Legal Support Maintain contract templates, policies, and legal tools Ensure compliance with laws and internal governance Support int he external counsel management Prepare legal reports and documentation What We Are Looking For Experience & Education Law degree 2–5 years of experience in-house and/or in an international law firm Strong experience incontract management Experience in life sciences, pharma, or biotech is a plus Skills Solid knowledge of commercial contracts Exposure to supply chain or operational agreements is a plus Basic understanding of M&A; and due diligence How You Work You are practical and solution-oriented You can manage multiple priorities and deadlines You communicate clearly and work well with different stakeholders You pay attention to detail and think critically Nice to Have Experience in international or matrix organizations Background in regulated industries (pharma/biotech) Interest in corporate and strategic legal matters Why Join Alfasigma At Alfasigma, we foster a culture where the courage to innovate is key to our success. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional growth and development. Our commitment to people and patients is at the heart of everything we do. We value diversity and welcome individuals with unique perspectives and experiences. We believe that open‑mindedness, collaboration, and a shared passion for innovation are essential to achieving meaningful progress. Join Alfasigma and become part of a forward‑thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of the pharmaceutical industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Legal associate - m&a, r&d & procurement (Milano)
🏢 Alfasigma
📍 Milano