Essity is a leading global hygiene and healthcare company. We are committed to improving the quality of life through high-quality hygiene and healthcare solutions. We sell our products and solutions in around 150 countries under many strong brands, including the global market leaders TENA and Tork, as well as well-known brands such as Jobst, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo and Zewa.
As part of the Health & Medical Legal team, we are looking for an Associate Compliance Officer to support Healthcare Compliance activities across EMEA and APAC. In this role, you will take responsibility for the implementation and continuous improvement of compliance processes across multiple regions, working closely with commercial stakeholders and a global network of compliance representatives.
Contribute to the implementation and continuous enhancement of the healthcare compliance framework across EMEA and APAC
Assess the compliance of business activities and provide practical, risk-based guidance to stakeholders
Take ownership of the development and rollout of compliance processes, policies, and tools
Drive the execution of compliance initiatives and projects across multiple regions
Design and deliver training and communication activities to strengthen compliance awareness and understanding
Analyze compliance data to identify risks, trends, and improvement areas
Collaborate with a global network of compliance representatives to drive alignment and share best practices
Even if not all of the following points apply to you, we would be happy to get to know you and talk about the possibility of working with you!
Bachelor’s degree in law, business administration, or other related education or experience
2–5 years of experience in (healthcare) compliance
Familiarity with industry codes (e.g., MedTech Europe) and regulatory frameworks governing HCP/HCO interactions
Strong organizational skills combined with a proactive, hands-on mindset and the ability to manage topics independently and set priorities effectively
Confidence to challenge stakeholders and drive topics forward
High ethical standards and integrity combined with a data-driven mindset and the ability to derive insights and recommendations
Fluent in English and German
The benefits listed refer to the primary location. If you want to start at another location, these may vary. This also applies to a non-tariff position.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation according to the chemical tariff, yearly special payment, holiday allowance and bonus, pension schemes, anniversary bonus, child allowance, Corporate Benefits & other employee benefits
Work-Life-Balance
Hybrid working model, flexible working hours, overtime compensation, 37,5h week, 30 days of vacation, future amount (can be used as 5 days of vacation, Lease-a-bike or payout), lifetime working time account
Learning & Development
Structured onboarding, training opportunities such as digital learning platform, coaching & mentoring as possible part of individual development plan, participation in professional conferences and fairs
Health & Well-being
Discounted fitness membership, Urban Sports Club, health and well-being month, Walk-and-Talk Meetings, nilo.health & mindfulness courses, "PME Familienservice", employee surveys
Team & Collaboration
People culture, communities & networks, co-working spaces, leadership guidelines, canteen
Mobility
Public transport allowance, bicycle parking, free car parking, e-charging stations
At Essity our Beliefs & Behaviours (Care, Collaboration, Courage and Commitment) is the foundation for our inclusive culture and as such something we are living on an everyday basis. With a purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being diversity, equity & inclusion is established in our core.
We are committed against discrimination on the basis of color, ethnicity, migration history, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, caregiving responsibilities, disability, chronic illness, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information and other. We explicitly welcome applications from people who are structurally, institutionally, intersectionally discriminated.
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Essity - a globally leading hygiene and health company. Our expertise in hygiene and health began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day.
Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. Our barrier breakers innovate for good and contribute to shaping a sustainable future. At Essity, every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. At Essity, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, is to enable customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life.
Our leading global brands TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa. In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. The company’s headquarters is located in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity!