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Ethics, Compliance & Values Lead, Data Digital & Technology

Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich, Switzerland| Cambridge, Massachusetts

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At Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we — as a Takeda team — can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.

People join Takeda because they share in our purpose. And they stay because we’re committed to an inclusive, safe and empowering work environment that offers exceptional experiences and opportunities for everyone to pursue their own ambitions.

Job ID R0138579 Date posted 11/19/2024 Location Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich, Switzerland| Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Job Description

The Future Begins Here

People First - At Takeda we are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all people and bringing them the hope of a brighter future.

It is our passion that transforms every job into meaningful action. Our people are the heart of Takeda.

At Takeda, w​​​​​e earn the trust of society and our customers through our values of Takeda-ism: Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, Perseverance. We incorporate these values in everything we do. They represent who we are and how we act. They help us make decisions that we can be proud of today and in the future.

Ethics & Compliance (E&C) focuses on what we need by ensuring ethical behavior plays a fundamental role in risk mitigation, being a leader in risk identification and mitigation, and building a modern function supporting achievement of Takeda’s Vision.

How you will contribute:

Overall E&C Program in DD&T

  • Work in partnership with all DD&T functions to continue promoting an ethical organization, promote E&C program and monitor progress.
  • Manage E&C reporting pack regarding KPIs, project status, monitoring reports, audit follow-ups, investigation reports and PLM assessments.
  • Contribute to global E&C program development projects, as relevant from time to time (Code of Conduct, Values programs and procedures).
  • Build and support a network of E&C Advisors and Ambassadors

Culture & Values

  • Lead discussions with senior leaders within Data, Digital & Technology (DD&T) and help shape the DD&T organizational mindset around Takeda’s Values: Takeda-ism and PTRB (Patient-Trust-Reputation-Business)-Model to firmly embed ethical decision-making principles.
  • Work in partnership with HR to guide Ethics, Values and leadership behavior programs and trainings within DD&T.
  • Establish the DD&T E&C community of EC Advisors and Ambassadors, train them to help them ensure Takeda Values, including the ICCs

Monitoring & Risk Assessment

  • Participate in DD&T risk management process, and participate in the ERM process together with DD&T C&DT Team managing and addressing E&C related risks.
  • Create and establish the DD&T Sub-RECC
  • Identify trends and latest risks by overseeing results from monitoring, audit, investigations and other evaluations across DD&T to design and implement solutions
  • Monitor E&C-related regulations/industry association positions to identify latest regulatory issues, development in industry practices, and E&C risk trends.

Policies

  • Implement corporate compliance policies in DD&T (e.g. Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption (ABAC)), Conflicts of Interests, Transparency) and supports Advisors in continuous improvement SOPs
  • Ensure DD&T E&C program is in place including controls in place to manage company risks and align with regulatory obligations (monitoring plan, procedure, learning, risk assessment, Program Lifecycle Management (PLM))

Learning and engagement

  • Support the implementation and update of the E&C learning program
  • Oversee the E&C Engagement plan aiming to facilitate content for ICC Investigations
  • Contribute to the creation of an environment where colleagues feel comfortable speaking –up and leaders participate in creating a Psychologically safe environment
  • Help investigate material cases led by the Global investigations Team

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Digital, Data, and Technology, project/program management) preferred
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Proven experience driving cultural change and excellence programs within complex organizations.
  • Expertise in ethics, risk, and compliance, including exposure to all elements of an ethics and compliance program (e.g., policies, risk management, learning, monitoring, case management, investigations).
  • Familiarity with laws, regulations, and industry guidance affecting the pharmaceutical industry, such as IFPMA and EFPIA (or willingness to complete formal training within 12 months of starting).
  • Experience managing ethics and compliance risks related to technology, including digital compliance, Tech Ethics, AI Ethics, and Data Ethics.
  • Proficiency in identifying risks, implementing controls, and mitigating potential non-compliance.
  • Knowledge of agile ways of working and the ability to foster a mindset that promotes Tech Ethics.
  • Strong ethical decision-making skills to handle complex, tech-related scenarios.

What Takeda can offer you

No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people. We offer you:

  • A meaningful career, grounded in our values.
  • Continuous professional growth and global careers
  • A diverse and inclusive network of colleagues
  • Flexible work environment, including hybrid working
  • A collaborative culture encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit and agile thinking
  • A comprehensive salary and benefits package

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

People join Takeda because they share in our purpose. And they stay because we’re committed to an inclusive, safe, and empowering work environment that offers exceptional experiences and opportunities for everyone to pursue their own ambitions.

Ready to apply? Go to takedajobs.com

Locations

CHE - Glattpark (Opfikon) - Zurich HQCambridge, MA, Zurich, Switzerland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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Success profile

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  • Collaborative
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  • Insightful
  • Results driven
  • Goal-oriented
  • Achiever
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Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
  • Collaboration

    A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


Protect our planet.

Data & Digital


Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

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