Job Description

Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases.

We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients.

argenxis seeking an experienced corporate lawyer who will function as a strategic advisor,providing advice to the company on arange of corporate and governance matters,securities laws, compliance with the EUmarket abuse regulation,equity planand ESG matters. This role will report to theHead ofCorporateGovernance & DeputyCorporateSecretaryThe primary focus ofthis role will be to provide key corporate governance,securitieslawsandcorporate housekeepingsupportand toexecutethelong-termESGstrategyJoiningargenxwill present abroadrange of growth opportunities,includingleadingstrategic projectsas we continue to grow as a Company whilehandlingcomplexcross-jurisdictional challengesTheCorporateCounsel is part oftheCorporatelegalteam andwillcollaborate closely with othermembers ofthe Legal, Compliance & IP Teamand other internal stakeholders such as Finance,HRand IR

ROLESANDRESPONSIBILITIES

Your primary areas of focus are:

• In collaboration withtheHead of Corporate Governance and Deputy Corporate Secretary

• Oversee and manage the Company’sand key stakeholders’Dutch, Belgian and U.S.securities law obligations, includingcompliance withreporting requirements.

• Further developing policies and provide advice on compliance with the EU Market Abuse Regulation

• Advise onemployee equityincentiveplan

• Provide support in corporate governance related matters, including developing,monitoringandimplementingbest-in-class and clear legalpolicies andpractices

• In collaboration with external advisors, coordinate global group structuring, corporate housekeeping, and corporate compliance for local entities

• Assistwithpreparation of the Company’sannualreporting materials,includingfortheannualreportand general meetings

• In collaboration with external advisors, coordinatecompliance with CSRD and reporting requirements andsupportexecution of thelong-term ESG strategy

• Stay current with legal/regulatory developmentsandbest practices in the relevant areas of law

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SKILLS, EXPERIENCEANDCOMPETENCIES

• Lawdegree and license to practice law inthe Netherlands (preferred) or Belgium

• Fluent in Dutch & English

• Expert in Dutchor Belgian& EU laws and regulations applicable to listed companies and their reporting (including DCGC, MAR,Euronext listing regulations)

• Familiarity with US laws & regulations applicable to FPIs and other ongoing listing & reporting requirementsis a plus orable to issue spot and coordinatewithUS local counsel on these topics

• Affinity with or interest inthe evolving ESG regulation landscape applicable to dual listed EUUSentities (including for example the CSRD, CSDDDand EU Omnibus Regulation)

• Continued subject matterexpertisetraining (through a post-master’sspecializationsuch as (Grotius/VU Law academy or comparable) in a relevant area (such as corporate law, law & finance, public M&A) is desirable

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple, conflicting prioritiesindependentlywhile managing asubstantialworkloadandenjoyingbuilding relationships and partnering across the organizationto get the job done

• Strategicand pragmaticmindset, able to look ahead andanticipateissues, spot opportunities for simplification and improvement, able to evaluate legal risks against the wider business contextand communicate ina simple wayto diverse audiences

• You resonate with the values ofargenx, Innovation, Co-Creation, Empowerment, Excellence and Humility, and you are ready to help strengthen the company culture.

At argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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