Senior Specialist Contract Management, AI & Compliance

Job Purpose

To support the Legal & Compliance team by managing the end-to-end contract lifecycle, contributing to the implementation and continuous improvement of compliance and quality management systems (including ISO standards), and supporting the organisation''s readiness and compliance with emerging regulatory frameworks such as the EU AI Act. The role will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure legal, regulatory and business requirements are addressed in a pragmatic and efficient manner.

Key Accountabilities

• Contract Management

• Draft, review, negotiate and finalise a broad range of commercial, vendor, confidentiality, consultancy and other corporate agreements

• Ensure contractual terms align with company standards, policies, SOP´s and applicable legal requirements

• Identify legal and compliance risks and recommend practical mitigation measures

• AI Governance, EU AI Act Compliance, ISO Implementation

• Support the implementation of AI governance frameworks, policies and procedures

• Assist with AI-related risk assessments, vendor reviews and compliance documentation

• Provide guidance to business stakeholders on the responsible use of AI tools and technologies

• Maintain awareness of emerging AI legal and regulatory trends and communicate relevant developments

• Support the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of ISO-based management systems

• Promote good governance and compliance practices across the organisation

• Legal Operations and Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Quality and IT teams on strategic initiatives

• Assist with legal research and preparation of guidance materials, templates and training

• Support process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency and standardisation within the Legal & Compliance function

• Contribute to broader compliance and corporate governance activities as required

Your profile

Education:

• Law degree from a recognised University
• Additional certification or training in ISO standards, information security, privacy or AI governance would be a plus
• Familiarity with EU regulatory frameworks, including the EU AI Act, GDPR and related digital/technology regulations, would be beneficial

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience drafting and reviewing commercial agreements
• Knowledge of the EU AI Act and AI governance principles and experience supporting ISO implementation

Skills/knowledge/behavioural competencies:

• Strong attention to detail, organisation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to provide practical, business-oriented advice and solutions
• Very good written and verbal communication skills in English

Work Location:

• 2 days a week in our brand new Porto Office

Why us?

An exciting job opportunity awaits!

MoonLake is a dynamic and innovative company pushing the boundaries of possibility, and we are looking for passionate individuals to join our stellar team.

What we offer:

Learning Environment: An opportunity to learn and grow alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and innovative biotech environment.

Impactful Work: Contribute to ground-breaking projects that have the potential to transform global healthcare.

Flexibility and Balance: Work remotely/hybrid, enjoying a healthy work-life balance while making meaningful contributions to our team.

Career Growth: A clear path for career progression, with the chance to take on more responsibilities as you develop your skills.

Our Core Values

We look for potential MoonLakers that embody our three core values that drive our pursuit of excellence:

We do Stellar Science: We aspire to create novel therapies that elevate treatment horizons, with innovative science, and high quality, always.

We go beyond: We aspire to be positively disruptive in our field, and bold in the way we challenge the norms and each other.

We unlock value: We aspire to create long-term value for investors and communities.