Head of Ethics & Compliance – Takeda

Title of the Job: Head of Ethics & Compliance

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s and . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.Job DescriptionAt Takeda, Ethics & Compliance (E&C) Global is focused on catalyzing a company-wide culture in which all Takeda employees are empowered and accountable for ethical actions that serve patients, people and the planet and advance sustainable growth. Takeda expects E&C to be at the forefront of strategic decision making contributing to the design and delivery of our strategy. At Takeda, how we deliver our strategy is just as important as what we deliver.The Head of E&C is a Leadership Team role.As a Takeda Leader, the Head of E&C is responsible for leading the business in alignment with our Values of Takeda-ism (Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance) and ensuring decisions and actions are based on Patient-Trust-Reputation-Business (“PTRB”), in that order.As a member of the Global Ethics & Compliance Team, the Head of E&C is responsible for ensuring effective implementation of the Takeda Ethics & Compliance strategy, including:Catalyzing a Values-Based Culture and shaping the organizational mindset around PTRB to firmly embed ethical decision-making principlesEducating and enabling the team (e.g., through Policy and SOP implementation, Training and Communications)Managing risk by giving guidance and advice, approving high-risk activities, conducting the compliance risk assessment and executing the monitoringHandling issues that arise (e.g., from audits or complaints), conducting investigations and ensuring remediations are well implementedRepresenting Takeda externally by participating in relevant local industry association meetings and initiativesExperienceBachelor’s degree, advanced degree is preferredHealthcare or pharmaceutical industry experience (at least 10 years) with commercial, access or medical experience preferredEthics & Compliance program implementation and execution experience (at least 4 years)Leadership experience (i.e., a member of a leadership team)Risk management experience (i.e., leading a cross-functional team to manage risks: identify, assess and define mitigations)People management and talent development experienceExperience working in multi-functional, multi-cultural teamsKnowledgeFamiliarity with key laws, regulations and industry standards including but not limited to: Bribery and Corruption, Privacy, Sanctions, Anti-trust, Promotional compliance, Human Rights, Third-Party Risk Management)Familiarity with the IMC and Health Canada CodesUnderstanding of key culture concepts: values-based decision making, psychological safety, speak upUnderstanding of the core elements of an effective compliance program and the latest regulatory / enforcement agency guidance (e.g., DOJ/OIG, EFPIA, IFPMA)Understanding principles of risk management: identification, assessment and mitigationUnderstanding of the Pharma product life cycle and go-to-market models (e.g., access, distribution, real-world evidence, etc)SkillsFacilitation and Communication: running workshops, delivering training, giving presentations and designing an effective communication strategyManaging difficult conversations / conflict: articulating risk, handling complaints, conducting investigationsProject Management: able to prioritize, coordinating resources, manage timelinesInfluencing and Coaching: supporting ethical decision makingRole model speak up and be able to articulate a position or decision even when it is in conflict with a norm or common understanding across the teamData analytics: understanding of systems, process, source data and analytics techniques to support data led decision makingMindsetSolution-orientedCollaborative / consultativeMindset of curiosity, learning agility and interest in innovative ways of doing thingsActive listener, ability to understand / incorporate different perspectivesAdaptive to changeIN-OFFICE ATTENDANCE AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSHybrid role with an expectation of at minimum 2 days per week in office and more if required according to the business priorities/cycleLocationsToronto, CanadaWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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