# Legal Compliance & Personal Data Expert > Pharmathen · Marousi, Greece (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-27 **Workplace:** hybrid **Department:** Legal ## Description Founded in 1969, Pharmathen has grown into a leading developer and manufacturer of specialized pharmaceutical products and one of the largest vertically integrated companies in advanced drug delivery technologies. With a strong international presence, we remain committed to improving people’s lives through innovation and access to affordable, high-quality medicines. Today, our products reach patients in more than 90 countries worldwide, supporting better health outcomes every day. Pharmathen employs more than 1,600 people from over 27 different nationalities, reflecting a diverse and international workforce. Our achievements are driven by strong scientific expertise, high ethical standards, and the dedication of our people, who share a commitment to improving patient lives. **Pharmathen** offers a great opportunity for career development and is seeking to recruit a Legal Compliance & Personal Data Expert to join our Legal team at our Marousi premises. The Legal Compliance & Personal Data Specialist acts as an in-house legal partner, supporting the Company in ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and industry standards, with a particular focus on compliance programs, data protection, privacy matters, and responsible business practices. The ideal candidate will provide practical legal guidance to internal stakeholders, supports the implementation and continuous improvement of the Company's compliance framework, and helps ensure that business activities are conducted in accordance with applicable pharmaceutical regulations, ethical standards, and data protection requirements. ## Requirements **What you will do:** More particularly: - Act as an in-house legal advisor on compliance and data privacy matters, providing practical guidance and support to internal stakeholders - Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Company's Compliance Program and related initiatives - Monitor regulatory developments and industry standards and assess their potential impact on business activities - Provide legal support on personal data protection matters, ensuring compliance with GDPR and applicable privacy regulations - Support business functions in identifying, assessing, and mitigating compliance and privacy risks - Review and advise on personal data processing activities, privacy assessments, and relevant documentation - Support the preparation, review, and maintenance of privacy-related documentation, including policies, procedures, records of processing activities, privacy notices, and guidelines - Review and support the negotiation of data protection-related contractual documentation, including Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), confidentiality agreements, and vendor-related privacy requirements - Support the development, implementation, and update of internal compliance policies, procedures, and controls - Assist in compliance risk assessments, monitoring activities, and internal compliance reviews - Support interactions with Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), Healthcare Organizations (HCOs), and other relevant stakeholders in accordance with applicable laws, company policies, and industry codes - Provide compliance guidance on promotional, commercial, and internal materials, where required - Support transparency and disclosure obligations applicable to the pharmaceutical industry - Provide support on anti-bribery and anti-corruption matters, including awareness initiatives and compliance requirements - Develop and deliver compliance and data protection training programs for employees and relevant stakeholders - Support internal investigations and compliance-related matters in collaboration with relevant internal teams and external advisors, where required **The ideal candidate should have:** - Law degree (LLB. or equivalent) - Qualified lawyer admitted to a Bar Association - Relevant certifications in Data Protection/Privacy (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, or equivalent) will be considered an asset - 5+ years of professional experience in legal compliance, data protection, privacy, or legal advisory roles - Experience within an in-house legal/compliance department or a law firm with exposure to compliance and data protection matters - Good knowledge of GDPR and applicable data privacy regulations - Experience in highly regulated industries, preferably pharmaceutical, healthcare, life sciences, or related sectors - Experience supporting compliance programs, policies, risk assessments, and internal controls - Experience with pharmaceutical industry codes, transparency requirements, or interactions with HCPs/HCOs will be considered an asset **Job-Specific Skills:** - Fluency in English (written and spoken); additional languages are considered an asset - Computer literacy - Strong understanding of compliance principles, GDPR requirements, and regulatory frameworks. - Ability to translate legal and regulatory requirements into practical business solutions. - Strong analytical skills with attention to detail. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to build effective relationships with cross-functional teams. - Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. - Strong sense of ethics, integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism. - Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. ## Benefits **What you'll gain:** - Involvement in a high-caliber, team-oriented and dynamic atmosphere - Exposure to challenging business issues and practices - Great opportunity to leverage and develop your business knowledge and skills **Join our team and experience the unique Pharmathen’s culture that gives you the opportunity to innovate, to make decisions, to achieve your own potential and to chart your own career.** **Pharmathen is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications regardless of gender, race, age, religion, sexual orientation, and national origin.** ## Apply [Apply at Pharmathen](https://apply.workable.com/pharmathen/j/4AE32A81AD/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)