Legal Compliance Specialist (Pharmaceuticals)

TL;DR

Legal Compliance Specialist (Pharmaceuticals): Ensuring the regulatory compliance of technical assets and equipment across Belgian pharmaceutical sites with an accent on electrical safety, pressure equipment, and fire protection. Focus on integrating compliance into new building projects and managing non-conformities to ensure safe operational lifecycles.

Location: Belgian sites (Braine‑l’Alleud, Anderlecht, and Leuven). Must be based in Belgium or be able to work on-site

Company

Independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions in Life Sciences and Engineering to global clients.

What you will do

• Identify legal and regulatory requirements for equipment in new building and installation projects.
• Collaborate with HSE Managers to collect and consolidate compliance-relevant information.
• Ensure the seamless transfer of compliant equipment into operational legal compliance management.
• Provide senior support for the analysis of inspection and control reports.
• Manage non-conformities ranging from documentation gaps to major regulatory breaches, such as RGIE.
• Act as a pedagogical reference, simplifying complex regulatory topics for technical teams and management.

Requirements

• Certified Prevention Advisor (mandatory).
• Approximately 10 years of professional experience in legal and regulatory compliance.
• Solid knowledge of electrical safety (RGIE), ATEX, pressure equipment, and fire protection.
• Fluent English and French (spoken and written) required.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory frameworks to concrete technical situations.
• Strong analytical, synthesis, and reporting skills.

Nice to have

• Experience in pharmaceutical or industrial environments.
• Exposure to CAPEX, new installations, or building projects.
• Experience with CPPT or similar social bodies.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunities for rapid career growth within a fast-expanding Belgian office.
• Engagement with prestigious projects for renowned pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients.
• International and agile environment promoting meritocracy and intrapreneurship.

Hiring process

• Brief virtual or phone call to discuss motivations and fit.
• Average of 3 interviews with line managers and potential team members.
• Case study or technical assessment depending on the position.