12-Month Governance, Privacy and Capabilities
Student Placement offering hands-on experience in compliance, privacy, capability-building, business transformation, and cross-functional project delivery. The Governance, Process Assurance and Capabilities (GPAC) team brings together the UK Business Practices (BP), Medical Ethics & Integrity (ME&I), Privacy, and Foundational Capabilities functions. The team is responsible for governance frameworks, privacy, SOP management, process assurance, compliance with the ABPI Code of Practice, and employee capability development.
As part of GPAC, you will support initiatives that strengthen compliance, simplify processes, enhance capability-building, and enable colleagues across the organisation to deliver high-quality work to the highest standards.
This role will be based in our modern state-of-the-art co-working facilities in Moorgate, London. This site, at the heart of London provides fantastic amenities, support services and collaborative workspaces with convenient transport links.
We are a global biopharmaceutical leader committed to enhancing the lives of individuals through a diverse portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology treatments, life-saving vaccines, and animal health products. Our unwavering dedication to delivering innovative solutions is the driving force behind everything we do.
Responsibilities
- Develop an understanding of governance, process assurance, privacy, compliance, and capability-building activities within a leading healthcare organisation.
- Support the delivery of compliance, governance, and privacy initiatives that help ensure adherence to internal policies, industry regulations, and the ABPI Code of Practice.
- Contribute to business improvement projects by supporting the adoption of innovative technologies, process simplification, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.
- Assist in the design and delivery of training and capability-building programmes to help colleagues develop the knowledge and skills required to perform their roles effectively.
- Partner with Medical Affairs, Corporate Affairs, Marketing, and other cross-functional teams to deliver strategic projects and build strong stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
- Participate in patient engagement and other cross-functional initiatives, while taking on stretch assignments to support personal and professional development.
Requirements
- You must be currently studying at a UK university and will be looking to complete a 12-month student internship as part of your undergraduate degree.
- Working towards a B.Sc. in life science, Pharmacy or equivalent healthcare qualification
- Project management skills, with experience delivering initiatives from start to finish against clear goals and objectives.
- Strong planning and organisational skills.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and IT skills.
- An interest or previous experience in governance, process assurance, compliance, privacy, or training, with a willingness to learn and develop in these areas.
Start Date
June 2027
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Required Skills
- Accountability
- Accountability
- Analytical Thinking
- Business Development
- Client Development
- Clinical Research
- Cloud Data Catalog
- Compliance Activities
- Compliance Monitoring
- Data Analysis
- Database Management
- Data Privacy
- Data Science
- Data Security
- Data Visualization
- Data Wrangling
- Detail-Oriented
- Employee Training
- Event Planning
- Governance Framework
- Individual Development Planning
- Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
- Planning Ability
- Privacy Regulations
- Project Delivery {+ 9 more}
Employee Status
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
Relocation
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship
No
Travel Requirements
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements
Hybrid
Shift
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License
No
Hazardous Material(s)
no
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Student Placement - Governance, Privacy and Capabilities employer: MSD in the UK
As a global healthcare leader, we offer an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration, diversity, and professional growth. Our Medical Science Liaison role in the North of England, Scotland & Northern Ireland provides the unique opportunity to engage with healthcare professionals while contributing to improved patient outcomes. We are committed to creating a culture of respect and teamwork, ensuring our employees thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.
