Business Practices Manager

Job Description

Position Overview

Lead implementation and ongoing management of the company's compliance and business practice frameworks for local operations across Ukraine and the CIS markets. Act as guardian of business-related policies and compliance controls (excluding Finance/HR), drive compliance monitoring (systems such as Empower BI, GoVerify, Aravo), support grants & donations governance, oversee EFPIA/local pharma promotional code adherence, and coordinate internal reviews, investigations and audit interactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Country Compliance Committee together with Managing Director.
• Lead implementation, maintenance and version control of business policies, SOPs and guidance in coordination with Legal & Compliance and the Managing Director.
• Design and operate compliance monitoring and tracking (e.g., Veeva Events Management System, Empower BI Monitoring Tool, GoVerify FCPA Due Diligence Tool, Aravo Third Party Assessment Tool); perform regular self-audits of HCP/HCO interactions and report findings.
• Develop and track implementation of the governance model with third parties, and lead periodic self-audit activities to assess compliance with policies, procedures, and controls.
• Coordinate Country Grants & Donations Committee activities and provide policy support for HCP/HCO engagements and disclosures.
  
  

Top Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in compliance, audit, finance, legal, or comparable roles within the pharmaceutical/healthcare sector is strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance frameworks, policies, SOPs, and industry codes (e.g., EFPIA).
• Practical experience with compliance & monitoring systems and disclosure platforms, FCPA/ Third Party assessments and in conducting self-audits.
• Working knowledge of data protection/privacy legislation and its application to HCP/HCO interactions and disclosure processes.
• Preferred Experience working with distributors and distributor teams.
  
  

Required Skills

Compliance Management Systems, Compliance Monitoring, Data Analysis, Legal Regulatory Compliance, Pharmaceutical Compliance, Pharmacy Regulation, Policy Implementation, Project Implementations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Compliance Audits

Preferred Skills

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Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

VISA Sponsorship

Travel Requirements

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

Valid Driving License

Hazardous Material(s)

Job Posting End Date

05/11/2026

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Requisition ID R394345