Role Summary:

The Legal Counsel is responsible for providing appropriate and responsive legal support and advice to the Company globally on various legal matters, particularly in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts, both domestically and internationally. This role requires a strong business focus and a knack for practical problem-solving, all while upholding the Company's core ethics, culture, and principles of integrity.

Legal Counsel

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate different types of agreements, from standard to complex, including commercial contracts like tenders, distribution agreements, service contracts, vendor agreements, and more;
• Create and maintain standard sales contracts for all supported markets;
• Collaborate with subject matter experts across Masimo for contract reviews and approvals;
• Identify legal risks and suggest risk mitigation strategies;
• Assist the Company with compliance matters, particularly anti-corruption and data privacy;
• Offer legal support to various business units within Masimo, including sales, marketing, supply chain, engineering, and more;
• Supervise and manage outside legal counsel, when needed;
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations;
• Support special projects in areas like intellectual property, compliance, and competition law

Minimum & Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Law or equivalent required to practice law in Europe or a European country;
• Three years of in-house legal experience or a combination of in-house and reputable law firm experience;
• Significant experience in contract drafting, reviewing, and negotiation;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Proficiency in English;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work cross-functionally and efficiently;
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude;
• Organized with keen attention to detail;
• Results-oriented and able to handle multiple assignments under tight deadlines;

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience with data protection and privacy laws, including GDPR;
• Experience in regulated industries like medical devices, biotechnology, or pharmaceuticals;
• Understanding of competition law;
• Familiarity with laws applicable to medical technology companies such as FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and more;
• Fluency in multiple languages like German, Spanish, and French;
• Experience managing external legal counsel