About the job
Clinigen is a dynamic and rapidly expanding global specialty pharmaceutical services company that offers a unique blend of services throughout the pharmaceutical lifecycle. With over 1,000 dedicated professionals based in the UK and a presence in key global markets including the US, EU (Belgium, Germany, France), Asia Pacific, and South Africa, Clinigen is poised for an exciting future filled with growth and innovation.
This position is a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract to cover maternity leave.
We are on the lookout for a proactive, strategic, and collaborative Ethics & Compliance Officer who will serve as a trusted partner to the business. You will play a crucial role in driving the implementation and ongoing enhancement of our global Ethics & Compliance Programme.
This role is essential in instilling ethical standards, regulatory compliance, and robust controls within a fast-paced pharmaceutical services environment. Your efforts will contribute to strengthening Clinigen’s culture by fostering ethical decision-making, supporting compliance governance, managing risks, and empowering teams to operate responsibly and transparently.
Key Responsibilities
Ethics & Compliance Programme
- Assist in the development and implementation of global ethics and compliance policies and initiatives.
- Participate in updates to the Code of Ethics, internal campaigns, and cultural enhancement activities.
- Encourage a strong Speak Up culture throughout the organization.
- Support compliance risk assessments, track mitigation efforts, and conduct horizon scanning.
Monitoring & Reporting
- Carry out compliance monitoring and assist in reporting to senior stakeholders.
- Develop dashboards, metrics, and compliance reports.
- Collaborate across functions (QA, RA, Audit) to ensure remediation and continuous improvement.
- Support control mapping and testing of key risk areas.
Training & Culture
- Facilitate compliance training sessions (e.g., Code of Ethics, ABAC, COI).
- Create communication materials and tools to promote ethical decision-making.
- Contribute to global culture-building and audit readiness initiatives.
Investigations & Case Management
- Assist with the intake, tracking, and documentation of Speak Up cases.
- Maintain logs of investigations and monitor follow-up actions.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy requirements.
Policy Governance
- Coordinate updates and reviews of policies throughout their lifecycle.
- Assist in developing policies related to ESG, human rights, and ethical supply chains.
Risk & Third-Party Management
- Manage approvals (e.g., gifts, hospitality, COI) and identify risk trends.
- Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for third-party engagements.
- Monitor compliance related to sanctions, ABAC risks, and supply chain integrity.
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