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[Apply on Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates’s careers site →](https://careers.merckgroup.com/global/en/job/MQAMKDGLOBAL304269EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Lead-South-Africa-and-Developing-Markets-all-genders) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/) / Lead South Africa and Developing Markets (all genders) ## Job description Work Your Magic with us! Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe. Your Role In this pivotal role, you will provide expert legal, compliance, and data privacy guidance across the Healthcare business in South Africa and the Life Science business spanning Southern, Western and Eastern Africa, including markets such as Angola, Botswana, Kenya, Nigeria and Tanzania. Reporting to the regional Head of Legal, Compliance and Data Privacy, you will act as a trusted strategic advisor and key point of contact for leadership teams, delivering practical and effective legal, compliance, and data privacy support. You will advise on contractual, commercial, medical, research, and digital initiatives, drive the rollout of global compliance and data privacy frameworks, manage risk, deliver training, and lead cross-functional projects. Working closely with regional and global teams, legal entities, and external partners, you will help build a strong compliance culture and support ethical business practices across the region. You will also oversee due diligence processes, support investigations, audits and corrective actions, and may contribute to broader regional or global initiatives as needed. ### Who You Are Law degree with admission to practice in a South African jurisdiction At least - 4 years of post-qualification experience in healthcare and/or life sciences, ideally gained at a large law firm or an international healthcare or life sciences organization Working knowledge of multinational corporate compliance requirements, including anti-bribery, anti-corruption and data privacy regulations - Proven ability to build relationships and influence senior stakeholders across different cultures - Strong organizational, communication and influencing skills A proactive, pragmatic approach, with the ability to perform well under pressure and manage change Working understanding of artificial intelligence tools and their practical applications, limitations and ethical considerations, applied responsibly in day-to-day work Fluent in written and spoken English, with the ability to work effectively in an international, culturally diverse environment This position is an Employment Equity role. In line with the organization's Employment Equity Plan, applications from suitably qualified candidates from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged and will be given preference. ### What we offer We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress! Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity! ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 15, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 4 days - Location: Modderfontein, Gauteng, South Africa - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates’s careers site →](https://careers.merckgroup.com/global/en/job/MQAMKDGLOBAL304269EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Lead-South-Africa-and-Developing-Markets-all-genders) ## More jobs at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates ### [Associate Director, Market Insights, Oncology and HIV](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/28b5a8ebdce24c8d5ea3/) Boston, Massachusetts, United States ### [Associate Director, Strategic Marketing, DS&S](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/7d1d42116386d32181bc/) Chandler, Arizona, United States ### [Associate Manager Marketing](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/e6bb27bd4104df7bece9/) Mumbai, Maharashtra, India ### [Brand Lead Rare Tumors (Maternity Leave)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/57d69d25d6bd371ccbe5/) Rome, Italy ### [Communications Business Partner](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/6931d68bed5c2b5a7695/) Burlington, Massachusetts, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [South Africa Learnership Graduate Program - ICRM, South Africa - Johannesburg, 2026](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/citigroup/jobs/6d9a47fb588265d9eac4/) Citigroup · Johannesburg South Africa ### [Global Markets – Middle East and North Africa Markets Sales – Analyst or Associate](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/3500331a6743e8d7f51f/) JPMorganChase · LONDON, United Kingdom ### [CRA - FSP - South Africa](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/706199eb7f1e490154cb/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · South Africa ### [Material Planner, South Africa](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/211512c14f349c93768f/) Eaton · Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZAF ### [Technical Sales Specialist - South Africa](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lenovo-group/jobs/fea22d4ad67b24316a86/) Lenovo Group · South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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