Meryam Okbi
Risk Management & Compliance Governance / International Business Law (15+ years)
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نبذة
Senior Legal & Compliance leader with over 15 years of experience advising multinational groups across EMEA, Asia and LATAM. Proven expertise in international contracts, IP portfolio management across 30+ countries, M&A, litigation strategy and regulatory compliance (including GDPR and ISO standards) across 3 continents. Strategic business partner to executive teams, recognized for risk anticipation, negotiation excellence and the ability to operate in complex, high-stakes environments.
الخبرة
Affairs Director - OZEOL (International Group)
(2018-07)
- Advise executive management on strategic international operations and growth projects.
- Draft, review and negotiate large and diverse international agreements (distribution, licensing, partnerships).
- Design and implement company‑wide legal protections: GPCs (General Purchase Conditions), internal policies and compliance frameworks.
- Global management of IP portfolio (trademarks) via WIPO and Madrid Protocol.
- Lead complex cross‑border litigation in 7 countries worldwide, achieving favorable settlement reducing potential liabilities through strategic settlements.
- Coordinate and supervise external counsel worldwide.
- Manage sensitive executive exits and court‑led settlement procedures.
- Provide day‑to‑day legal support to finance, IT, HR, logistics, purchasing, quality and operations teams.
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure continuous legal compliance.
Legal Affairs Manager - OPALIA PHARMA (RECORDATI GROUP, Italy)
(2013-02 - 2018-06)
- Negotiated and managed complex international pharmaceutical agreements (licensing, collaborations, manufacturing, strategic alliances).
- Conducted legal risk assessments and advised on commercial litigation strategies.
- Represented the company before regulatory and administrative authorities.
- Implemented group compliance policies in coordination with headquarters.
- Managed corporate governance matters (boards, shareholders, POAs).
- Oversaw IP portfolio management and litigation across Tunisia, West & Central Africa.
- Participated in M&A due diligence missions (including with Société Générale, Paris).
- Ensured compliance with GMP and GDP standards.
- Managed labor disputes and trade union relations.
Legal advisor - LBA law firm
(2012-08 - 2013-01)
- Represented corporate clients before Tunisian authorities.
- Advised foreign investors and negotiated investment agreements.
- Managed civil, administrative and labor litigation files.
- Contributed to liquidation and judicial administration reports.
Responsible for legal department - MAZARS
(2012-03 - 2012-07)
- Set up turnkey companies and handled corporate restructuring.
- Drafted commercial and service contracts.
- Advised clients on labor and business law matters.
- Managed trademark filings and regulatory formalities.
- Drafted and filed mandatory criminal complaints under audit regulations
Legal counsel - CAG law firm
(2010-09 - 2012-01)
- Drafted corporate documents and commercial agreements.
- Conducted legal feasibility studies for investment projects.
- Represented clients before public administration.
- Managed debt recovery procedures.
Legal advisor - AKERYS
(2007-01 - 2007-06)
- Advised prospective clients on current tax exemption frameworks, ensuring compliant and efficient property acquisition processes.
التعليم
Master of Law - business Law & Taxation - Toulouse 1 Capitole University, France
Bachelor of Law - Public Law - Toulouse 1 Capitole University, France
