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Legal & Compliance Graduate Jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa at Roche
Title: Legal & Compliance Graduate
Company: Roche
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
The Position
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal and Compliance Graduate to join our Legal and Compliance teams at Roche Diagnostics (Pty) Ltd. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in legal advisory, compliance monitoring, contract drafting, and regulatory affairs while working in a fast-paced and highly regulated industry. This role is ideal for a recent law graduate with a strong interest in corporate law, healthcare compliance, and data privacy.
The Opportunity
Conduct legal research and provide interpretations of laws, regulations, and policies relevant to the diagnostics industry
Assist in drafting legal opinions and advisory notes for internal stakeholders
Draft, review, and amend various legal agreements, including supplier contracts, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and partnership agreements
Assist in compliance monitoring by ensuring adherence to internal policies and industry-specific laws, such as healthcare regulations, medical device laws, and ethical guidelines
Support the implementation of compliance programs and risk assessments to identify potential legal and regulatory risks
Ensure employees are informed of legal obligations through training and awareness initiatives
Assist in ensuring compliance with data protection laws (e.g., POPIA) within the company’s operations
Support the development of data privacy policies and procedures to safeguard patient and customer information
Liaise with external legal counsel when necessary
Maintain and organize legal documentation, licenses, and compliance records.
Who You Are
LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification
Strong interest in healthcare, medical diagnostics, healthcare compliance, and corporate law
Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong contract drafting and negotiation abilities
Knowledge of data privacy laws (e.g. POPIA) is advantageous
High attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal research tools
Opportunities for Growth
Exposure to the medical diagnostics industry and regulatory environment
Training and mentorship from experienced legal professionals
Career development in corporate legal, compliance, and regulatory affairs
Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let’s build a healthier future, together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
