Compliance Officer, IL

Description:

Medison offers hope to patients suffering from rare and severe diseases, by forming partnerships with emerging biotech companies to accelerate access to highly innovative therapies in international markets.

As the creator and leader of the global partnership category in the pharma industry, we strive to be Always Ahead, and work relentlessly to bring therapy to patients in need, no matter where they live.

Our values are at the core of every action we take, and we are committed to going above and beyond for the benefit of the patients we serve.

We are a dynamic, fast-paced company, operating in over 25 countries on 5 continents. We are looking for out-of-the-box thinkers, people who are passionate, caring, agile and adaptive, to join us on our mission. If you are looking to make a difference in people's lives, we invite you to join us!

The Compliance Officer will be responsible for all compliance matters within their designated company.

He/she will enhance global and regional compliance standards and support the continued development and implementation of Medison’s compliance program and promote ethical behavior.

The Compliance Officer will be responsible for ensuring that Medison and its partners accede to regulatory requirements, both national and international, as required by local regulation and law. He/she will ensure full adherence to standards, policies, and procedures. He/she will also be responsible for enhancing internal policies,

ensuring that the organization holds internal audits to prevent a lack of control and corresponding regulation.

• Ensure adherence with global standards and local laws and regulations.
• Provide local compliance clearance/approval and review.
• Ensure local third-party vendors' pre-approvals.
• Advise local management on compliance-related matters.
• Provide compliance support to local business initiatives.
• Share local feedback and updates to relevant global compliance functions.
• Participate/lead global compliance initiatives as needed.
• Provide compliance guidance consistent with the Company’s culture and values to promote ethical behavior and enhance the Medison global compliance program.
• Lead proactive compliance initiatives such as risk assessments, compliance workshops, training initiatives, and other compliance monitoring activities.
•  Manage and implement compliance programs, processes, and systems to mitigate compliance risks.
• Identify opportunities for growth and enhancement of the Medison global compliance program
• Strong culture of compliance, including personal accountability at all levels
• Spirit of partnership and positive problem-solving.
• Assist in the implementation and execution of regional and local risk-based third-party due diligence.
• Manage administrative and operational aspects of the Compliance program in the BUs under your scope.

Required education and experience 

• Bachelor's degree in law or a related discipline.
• Experience in compliance and/or risk management – at least 2 years.
• Experience in the Pharma field is an advantage.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, as well as a focus on detail, are also essential.
• Ability to build a culture of compliance and ethics
• Fluent English – written and verbal is a prerequisite.

Required qualification

• Strategic understanding and outlook
• Ability to influence across senior stakeholders internally and externally
• Open to give & receive feedback
• Interested in continuous learning
• Self-management & proactive
• High ethical and compliance standards
• Excellent interpersonal & presentation skills
• Ability to lead and implement change
• Able to encourage and lead cooperation between functions
• Commercial, financial, and marketing acumen and skills
• Managing complexity (across brands, markets, functions)
• Building, engaging, and leading high-performance teams