HEAD OF LEGAL PHYSICAL ASSETS - GLOBAL ENGINEERING AND REAL ESTATE - 10+ YEARS OF PQE
Type de Structure : Entreprise privée
Nombre d'employés ou de collaborateurs : + 1000
Présentation de l'entreprise :
We are an R&D driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth.
We apply our deep understanding of the immune system to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world, with an innovative pipeline that could benefit millions more. Our team is guided by one purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives; this inspires us to drive progress and deliver positive impact for our people and the communities we serve, by addressing the most urgent healthcare, environmental, and societal challenges of our time.
Site Internet https://www.sanofi.fr/fr
Critères de l'offre
Île-de-France / 92450 - GENTILLY
Type de contrat : CDI
Métier : Responsable juridique
Domaine(s) d'activité : Droit des sociétés - Corporate - M&A, Droit immobilier, Droit médical et de la santé
Temps de travail : Temps Plein
Salaire : -
Date d'entrée en fonction : Immédiate
Profil du candidat
Expérience (Requis ): 10 ans et plus
Formation (Requis) : BAC +5 (Master 2)
Compétences (Requis) : Droit immobilier, Droit médical et de la santé
Langues (Requis): Anglais
Descriptif de l'offre
A strategic business partner to Global Manufacturing & Supply, serving as the Head of Physical Assets with comprehensive responsibility for engineering projects and international real estate across Sanofi's global manufacturing network.
This role provides expert legal counsel on complex CAPEX projects, facility management, and real estate transactions while leading legal support for global engineering sustainability programs, asset optimization, and implementation of digital transformation initiatives.
The ideal candidate will combine legal expertise with strong understanding of both international engineering principles and real estate to drive operational excellence, cost optimization, and sustainable practices across Sanofi's global manufacturing operations.
Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?
Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world.
About Sanofi:
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.
Key Responsibilities
Global Engineering & CAPEX Projects
Drive legal strategy for engineering projects across Specialty Care, Vaccines, and GenMed GBUs globally
Support technical transfers, new product introductions, and capacity expansion projects across all regions
Guide engineering qualification/validation activities and technical documentation for international projects
Advise on construction safety and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Lead complex CAPEX project structuring and risk management
International Real Estate & Facility Management
Manage global real estate portfolio strategy for manufacturing sites and facilities
Lead international property acquisitions, dispositions, and lease negotiations
Structure cross-border real estate transactions and joint ventures
Guide facility management programs and infrastructure projects across regions
Advise on land use, zoning compliance, and property development in multiple jurisdictions
Optimize real estate portfolio to support manufacturing operations and business objectives
Handle property tax strategies and international real estate regulatory compliance
Physical Asset Optimization & Lifecycle Management
Lead legal aspects of maintenance and reliability ecosystem globally
Support asset lifecycle management and optimization initiatives across the network
Guide equipment procurement, maintenance contracts, and vendor management
Develop strategies for asset utilization and space optimization
Coordinate facility consolidation and rationalization projects
Engineering Sustainability & Environmental Integration
In alignment with Head of Legal Environment and Sustainability, structure legal framework for sustainability initiatives including energy efficiency and CO2 reduction programs, sustainable facility design and construction, water management and waste reduction, green technology implementation
Integrate environmental considerations into real estate and engineering decisions
Engineering Systems & Digital Transformation
In close collaboration with Senior Legal Counsel M&S Technology and Innovation:
Provide legal support for manufacturing systems and automation initiatives
Guide implementation of process automation, robotics, and equipment connectivity
Support M&S cybersecurity and digital engineering solutions
Advise on control systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES)
Strategic Partnerships & Complex Contracting
Negotiate key agreements with preferred engineering suppliers and real estate partners
Structure strategic partnerships for engineering, construction, and facility management ecosystems
Draft and review complex engineering, construction, and real estate contracts
Lead cost optimization and efficiency projects across physical asset portfolio
Manage relationships with global framework agreement partners
International Coordination & Risk Management
Coordinate legal network across multiple jurisdictions for both engineering and real estate matters
Ensure compliance with local regulations and international standards
Manage cross-border project risks and regulatory requirements
Provide guidance on international construction and real estate law variations
About you
Qualifications
Law degree with 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, engineering, or real estate law with international exposure
Strong understanding of GMP, engineering standards, EHS regulations, and international real estate law
Proven experience in technology contracts, construction law, and cross-border real estate transactions
Knowledge of manufacturing systems, automation, cybersecurity frameworks, and facility management
Demonstrated expertise in international property law and multi-jurisdictional compliance
Experience with CAPEX project management and real estate portfolio optimization
Excellent negotiation skills and ability to partner with technical and business stakeholders globally
Strategic mindset with proven ability to drive complex, multi-regional projects to completion
Fluency in English required; additional languages preferred
Willingness to travel internationally as needed
Leadership & Strategic Impact
This role requires a versatile legal professional who can effectively balance risk management with business objectives while serving as the strategic leader for all physical asset legal matters. The successful candidate will navigate the intersection of engineering, real estate, sustainability, and pharmaceutical manufacturing across multiple jurisdictions while enabling innovation, operational excellence, and cost optimization across Sanofi's global manufacturing network.
Why join us?
Make your work count by supporting a company that brings life-changing treatments to millions — and is committed to doing right by patients, communities, and the planet.
Drive progress from within by helping simplify, scale, and modernize how a global biopharma business delivers smarter, faster, and more sustainably.
Support teams across science, medicine, and operations by building better systems, shaping bold strategies, and enabling innovation at speed.
Make an impact across borders and functions, collaborating with leaders to turn complex challenges into real-world solutions.
Advance your career through stretch roles, cross-functional moves, and development opportunities designed to match your ambition.
Thrive in inclusive, high-performing teams where every role matters and every voice helps shape what’s next.