Legal Counsel

Welcome to Sanoptis - a leading network of modern eye clinics and ophthalmology practices with over 400 locations throughout Europe. Our vision is to improve the well-being and quality of life through first-class ophthalmologic treatment across the board. Our decentralized model enables our partner locations to operate independently to focus on the individual needs of their patients.

As an experienced and dynamic Legal Counsel, you provide legal guidance on a variety of aspects related to our business. You work closely with senior management, external stakeholders, and team members in the finance, M&A, compliance and business operations teams across various geographies, directly reporting to the Chief Development Officer.

You will have a broad scope of responsibilities, including supporting Sanoptis on a wide variety of projects of strategic importance, and plenty of opportunities to take ownership. The projects you work on offer continuous learning, increase your knowledge of the healthcare and finance industry, and support you in growing your future career with us.

• Operational Legal Advice:
  • Provide day-to-day legal advice to the management team of clinics on a wide range of issues, including labor law, medical law, patient rights, and regulatory questions related to the laws governing statutory and private health insurance physicians (“Zulassungsrecht”).
  • Work closely with the M&A team and other departments, including finance, HR, and operations, to provide integrated legal support during acquisitions.
  • Manage and consult with international and local law firms on various legal matters, ensuring superior service delivery on a timely and cost-effective basis.
• M&A:
  • Support the M&A team and manage the legal aspects of M&A transactions, including due diligence, contract discussions, and post-merger integration.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate acquisition agreements together with members of the M&A team.
  • Liaise with external legal advisors to ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Corporate Housekeeping, Support on Risk Management and Compliance:
  • Advise on and steer corporate law activities ensuring compliance with corporate governance requirements and corporate housekeeping for group companies (including drafting agendas, resolutions, and minutes).
  • Support the Compliance team and risk management activities of the group.

• Competitive Compensation: A highly competitive salary package complemented by an annual performance-based bonus tied to individual and company performance goals.
• Autonomy and Creative Freedom: The opportunity to work independently and contribute comprehensively with innovative ideas thanks to flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes, thereby strengthening our organization.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and growth through training, online academies, workshops, and industry conferences.
• Mental Health Support: Access to psychologists and mental health programs to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Physical Well-being: A subsidized membership at Wellpass Fitness Center, prioritizing your physical health.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a talented and diverse team with a warm office culture and team events.

• Master’s degree in law (additional education abroad and/or an advanced master’s in Corporate/Business Law is a plus) or fully qualified lawyer with a degree in law and/or admission to the bar in Germany, Switzerland, or another relevant jurisdiction.
• 3 to 5 years of professional experience as a legal counsel, preferably within a corporate environment or law firm.
• Experience in handling M&A transactions from start to finish, including due diligence, contract negotiation, and post-transaction integration.
• Prior experience in the healthcare sector or with healthcare-related legal issues is a plus.
• Ability to analyze legal risks and provide strategic advice to mitigate them effectively.
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly and succinctly to those without a legal background.
• Proactive and pragmatic approach to identifying issues and developing solutions in a fast-paced environment with a growth-focused, private equity-backed business model.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, aligning legal strategies with business objectives to contribute to Sanoptis’s success.
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken, is essential.
• The position is based in Zug (Switzerland) or Berlin (Germany), with frequent travel required to various clinics and practices within the Sanoptis network.

This presents a unique opportunity to accelerate your career in a fast-growing sector of the future. At Sanoptis, we prioritize raw talent, passion, and the right attitude over specific experience. Our evaluation of candidates is based on these qualities, independent of their gender, sex, sexual orientation, skin color, ethnicity, religion, or belief. If this exciting opportunity resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if your profile doesn't meet all the requirements. Join us in shaping the future of ophthalmological care and making a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Please submit your application online via our form. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to recruiting@sanoptis.com. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to assist you.