After a career in various legal positions in international consumer goods and pharmaceutical companies, Michael Kuner joined Altana Pharma in 2001 as Senior Legal Counsel. When Nycomed acquired Altana Pharma, he was appointed Senior Vice President & General Counsel, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Håkan Björklund.
Michael Kuner is a law graduate from the University of Freiburg and is admitted to the German bar, he has more than 17 years’ experience in multinational pharmaceutical companies.
"I am really pleased that Michael is joining the Executive Committee", said Nycomed Chief Executive Officer, Håkan Björklund. "To have such experienced legal advice close at hand is a great asset", he continued.