Global Compliance Manager in London

Department: Global Legal Affairs Department

Reporting: Reports directly to the General Counsel, with matrix accountability to the Compliance Committee

Location: London, UK.

Position Summary

Besins Healthcare is undergoing a significant global transformation to strengthen compliance, governance, and ethical business practices across all regions. We are seeking an experienced senior compliance leader to build and scale our global compliance program as Global Compliance Manager. In this high-impact role, you will work closely with our General Counsel and engage directly with the Compliance Committee on a dotted-line basis. You will build and lead a team of regional compliance officers and partner with executives across the organization to embed a culture of ethics, integrity, and compliance as we expand in existing and new markets. This is a unique opportunity to design and implement compliance strategies that align with Besins Healthcare’s business growth and transformation initiatives, ensuring that our Values and Code of Conduct are at the heart of everything we do.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Global Compliance Program Leadership: Design and continuously improve a comprehensive global compliance program, aligning with Besins Healthcare’s transformation into a scalable global organization. Develop and implement global compliance policies and standards to ensure uniform application across all regions, leveraging a risk-based approach. Update and adapt policies regularly to meet evolving legal requirements and industry codes in the pharmaceutical industry (e.g. anti-bribery, interactions with HCP, data privacy).
• Governance & Reporting: Act as primary compliance advisor to senior management, providing insight on compliance matters and making recommendations to the Compliance Committee and executive leadership. Coordinate Compliance Committee meetings (quarterly) – preparing agendas, presenting program updates and investigation outcomes, and ensuring follow-through on all action items. Regularly report on compliance program effectiveness, policy updates, and significant compliance investigations or incidents to the General Counsel and the Compliance Committee.
• Team Management & Cross-Regional Oversight: Build, lead and mentor a growing team of Regional Compliance Officers, working closely with regional and functional leaders to foster a consistent compliance culture and address local regulatory needs. Provide guidance and support to regional compliance staff; ensure sufficient resources and training for each region. Drive complex cross-functional projects (regional and global) that affect compliance, collaborating with business units (Medical, Commercial, Finance, HR, etc.) to embed compliance objectives in business processes.
• Monitoring, Auditing & Risk Management: Implement and oversee regular compliance risk assessments and internal audits across business units, focusing on high-risk areas (e.g., interactions with healthcare professionals, third-party engagements). Use data analytics and digital tools to monitor compliance metrics and emerging risks in real-time, reflecting modern best practices. Ensure corrective action plans are developed and executed for any identified compliance gaps or policy violations. Collaborate with Internal Audit on an integrated audit plan and continuous monitoring to verify adherence to the Code of Conduct and compliance policies.
• Training & Ethical Culture: Develop and roll out comprehensive compliance training programs, including robust onboarding for new hires and continuous learning for all employees. Champion a “speak-up” culture by promoting open communication and multiple channels for employees to raise concerns without fear of retaliation. Lead initiatives to integrate Besins’ Values and Code of Conduct into daily operations, reinforcing ethical decision-making and accountability at all levels.
• Investigations & Incident Management: Oversee and personally conduct internal investigations of potential non-compliance or ethics issues. Ensure thorough documentation of findings, effective resolution of any confirmed violations, and timely escalation/reporting of significant matters to the Compliance Committee. Recommend and track remediation plans to prevent recurrence of issues.
• External Engagement & Regulatory Watch: Serve as Besins Healthcare’s primary representative for compliance matters with external stakeholders – including industry associations, regulatory agencies, and professional forums. Stay current on global regulatory changes (e.g., new pharmaceutical compliance guidelines, health authority codes) and proactively update internal stakeholders on emerging compliance requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Compliance Committee Support: Organize and serve as the Secretary of the Compliance Committee meetings. Ensure meetings take place on a quarterly basis and track open matters until closure.
• Documentation: Maintain a record of all applicable policies and review them periodically. Prepare minutes of Compliance Committee meetings in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Education: Advanced certifications such as Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP). Background in law or legal training (minimum LLB or equivalent) with at least ten to fifteen years of experience in a similar position.
• Skills: Excellent communication skills, diplomacy, a keen commercial sense, and a deep understanding of compliance requirements. Excellent technical writing ability, ability to communicate at executive level, foster a collaborative work environment, and make informed decisions under pressure. Understanding cultural nuances to ensure effective communication across different regions.
• Experience: Proven track record in developing and implementing compliance programs, conducting audits and investigations, and providing compliance training. Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry is required.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English (required), other languages, such as French welcome, to effectively communicate with diverse Regions.

This position is based in our Corporate Services Affiliate, Besins Healthcare Global Pharma Services in the UK.