Job Description

Lead implementation and ongoing management of the company's compliance and business practice frameworks for local operations across Ukraine and the CIS markets. Act as guardian of business-related policies and compliance controls (excluding Finance/HR), drive compliance monitoring (systems such as Empower BI, GoVerify, Aravo), support grants & donations governance, oversee EFPIA/local pharma promotional code adherence, and coordinate internal reviews, investigations and audit interactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Country Compliance Committee together with Managing Director.

• Lead implementation, maintenance and version control of business policies, SOPs and guidance in coordination with Legal & Compliance and the Managing Director.

• Design and operate compliance monitoring and tracking (e.g., Veeva Events Management System, Empower BI Monitoring Tool, GoVerify FCPA Due Diligence Tool, Aravo Third Party Assessment Tool); perform regular self-audits of HCP/HCO interactions and report findings.

• Develop and track implementation of the governance model with third parties, and lead periodic self-audit activities to assess compliance with policies, procedures, and controls.

• Coordinate Country Grants & Donations Committee activities and provide policy support for HCP/HCO engagements and disclosures.

Top Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ experience in compliance, audit, finance, legal, or comparable roles within the pharmaceutical/healthcare sector is strongly preferred.

• Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance frameworks, policies, SOPs, and industry codes (e.g., EFPIA).

• Practical experience with compliance & monitoring systems and disclosure platforms, FCPA/ Third Party assessments and in conducting self-audits.

• Working knowledge of data protection/privacy legislation and its application to HCP/HCO interactions and disclosure processes.

• Preferred: Experience working with distributors and distributor teams.

Required Skills:

Compliance Management Systems, Compliance Monitoring, Data Analysis, Legal Regulatory Compliance, Pharmaceutical Compliance, Pharmacy Regulation, Policy Implementation, Project Implementations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Compliance Audits

Preferred Skills:

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Regular

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Job Posting End Date:

06/4/2026

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