Senior Legal Counsel

ABOUT THE JOB

Ceva-Phylaxia seeks applicants for the full-time position of Senior Legal Counsel in the Legal Department within the Central & Eastern Europe & China regional structure of Ceva’s Phylaxia Campus in Budapest’s 10th district. This is a hybrid role with in-office requirements of 2 days per week (or 10 days per month).
The Phylaxia Campus is one of the flagship sites of Ceva Animal Health group. The Legal Department is a trusted partner to the business, providing clear, solution-oriented legal guidance. The team supports operations in Hungary while also contributing to regional projects across Central & Eastern Europe and China.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Reporting to the Associate General Counsel for Central & Eastern Europe and China, you will be the go-to partner for legal questions affecting Ceva’s Hungarian operations, with the opportunity to gain regional visibility. You will draft, negotiate, and advise on a broad spectrum of contracts and legal issues, ensuring that business goals remain central while managing risk effectively.

YOUR DAY TO DAY

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including CAPEX, services, R&D, supply & distribution, and marketing agreements.
• Provide legal advice on Hungarian and EU competition law and broader commercial issues, and translate legislative changes into clear business guidance.
• Support the roll-out of compliance policies and assist with internal investigations.
• Act as the primary legal contact for HR on employment matters, including hiring, terminations, policies, disciplinary cases, and collective issues.
• Deliver legal and compliance training to business teams.
• Collaborate with global legal colleagues to build templates, playbooks, and best practices, ensuring alignment with group standards.

YOUR FUTURE AT CEVA

• Contribute to strategic R&D collaborations and complex commercial projects in Hungary and the wider CEE region.
• Support the ongoing transformation of legal operations through compliance initiatives and knowledge-sharing with global colleagues.
• Gain regional visibility and influence by working directly with senior stakeholders across Central & Eastern Europe and China.

• We acknowledge and value your performance with several benefits and bonuses in addition to your salary. We also believe in keeping our remuneration competitive and increasing our salaries annually.  
• We offer an exceptional annual cafeteria equivalent to a 13th month salary 
• You are eligible for an annual bonus scheme based on both individual and company performance, equivalent to a minimum of an additional month’s salary  
• We prioritize your health with a premium private insurance package 
• We support your health with complimentary sports and fitness opportunities 
• We provide school starting support to assist your family 
• If you commute from outside of Budapest, we will cover your travel  
• Enjoy a wide selection of breakfast and lunch options at discounted prices in our on-site restaurant  
• We offer free and secure parking for employees who commute by car  
• Regardless of age, all employees are entitled to 25 annual vacation days 
• Lunchtime is more enjoyable as it is part of our working hours 

• Hungarian law degree (J.D. equivalent) or equivalent legal qualification.
• 5–10 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with an international law firm or in-house at a multinational company.
• Fluent, business-level English and Hungarian, both written and spoken.
• Admission to the Hungarian Bar (ügyvédi kamara) and bar exam completed (strongly preferred).
• Proven expertise in commercial/civil and employment law; experience with competition or compliance matters is an advantage.
• Strong commercial acumen, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with the pharmaceutical sector is an advantage, though not required.

Please submit your English Resume through our website. Our Talent acquisition team is looking forward to receiving your application.  
We hope to receive your application and speak to you about job opportunities shortly.