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Senior Legal Counsel - Corporate & Compliance at Krka d.d. Novo mesto

Position Overview

Location: Novo Mesto, Slovenia

Compensation: €5,500 - €7,500/year

Position: Senior

Type: Job

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Deadline: May 19, 2026

Job Description

Krka d.d., a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Novo Mesto, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for our Corporate & Compliance department. Krka is listed on the Ljubljana Stock Exchange and operates across more than 70 countries, making corporate governance, securities law compliance, and anti-corruption programs critical to our business.

The role involves advising on the Zakon o trgu finančnih instrumentov (ZTFI-1, Financial Instruments Market Act), ZGD-1 (Companies Act), and EU corporate governance frameworks. You will support Krka's board, management, and business units on corporate governance matters, insider trading compliance, ESG disclosure requirements, and the implementation of the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).

Responsibilities

Advise on corporate governance obligations for Krka as a Ljubljana Stock Exchange listed company. Support regulatory reporting to ATVP (Agencija za trg vrednostnih papirjev, Securities Market Agency). Lead implementation of EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive and ESG disclosure requirements. Draft and maintain Krka's compliance programs, including anti-corruption, sanctions, and insider trading policies. Coordinate legal support for Krka's global subsidiaries on corporate governance matters.

Requirements

Magister prava or equivalent. 6-9 years of experience in corporate governance, securities law, or compliance. Strong knowledge of ZTFI-1 (Financial Instruments Market Act) and ZGD-1 (Companies Act). Experience with listed company obligations and ATVP (Securities Market Agency) regulatory matters. Fluent in Slovenian and English.

Perks & Benefits

Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning

Compensation

€5,500 - €7,500/year

Practice Area

General Legal

Position

Senior

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: Krka d.d. Novo mesto Hiring Team

Application Deadline

May 19, 2026

Employment Type

Full time

Senior Legal Counsel - Corporate & Compliance