Head of Ethics & Compliance Office

Head of Ethics & Compliance Office

Are you ready to make a significant impact on strengthening and transforming our Global Compliance Program? Are you a self-driven tactical leader, able to translate compliance strategies into roadmaps, and roadmaps into actionable deliverables? Are you passionate about working with global colleagues across numerous geographies and cultures? Your experience in ethics and compliance might be just what we are looking for! 

Your new role

As our Head of Ethics & Compliance Office, you will support the Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer (CECO) in enhancing the Global Compliance Program, preparing compliance updates for the Executive Management and the Board, and developing the Global Compliance organization. You will manage the Ethics & Compliance Office team, oversee multiple compliance processes including transparency reporting, advise on healthcare compliance matters, establish frameworks including governing policies and procedures, and ensure successful companywide program implementation and training. This role is critical in maintaining ethical standards, a culture of integrity and robust compliance processes within Lundbeck. 

Your future team 

The Ethics & Compliance Office is part of the Global Compliance function. You will join a team of highly motivated colleagues who take pride in making a difference and promoting transparent and effective Ethics & Compliance governance. Our culture is characterized by curiosity, adaptability, and accountability, in line with Lundbeck’s Focused Innovator behaviors. We remain committed to business ethics, always deliver on what we promise, trust, and support each other, have fun and enjoy each other’s company, and focus on collaboration with our global and regional stakeholders. 

The position is based in Copenhagen, Denmark.  

What you bring to the team 

• Minimum 10 years of experience in ethics & compliance roles within healthcare or pharmaceuticals. 

• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience. 

• In-depth understanding of global compliance requirements generally (e.g. FCPA, UK Bribery Act, etc.) and specific to the pharmaceutical industry (e.g. IFPMA and EFPIA Codes of Practice, Anti-Kickback Statute, US Sunshine Act, etc.) 

• Experience with developing and implementing Compliance Programs in a pharma setting. 

• High proficiency in translating corporate strategies into operational efficiency. 

• Preferred experience with monitoring, auditing, and/or investigations in international setting. 

• Ability to engage well and communicate with Senior and Executive Management levels. 

• Effective communication skills and ability to lead highly specialized professionals. 

Our promise to you   

Lundbeck offers an inspiring workplace and innovative culture, where our curiosity, accountability and adaptability enable us to transform lives. We want to go faster and further on addressing the big unmet needs of people living with brain disorders. We offer rewarding careers with a mix of exciting tasks and development opportunities that are balanced with initiatives focused on your well-being.  

We need every brain in the game, and at Lundbeck, we are committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the people we serve. Read more about our commitment at www.lundbeck.com/global/about-us/our-commitment/diversity-and-inclusion.  

Apply now 

Can you see yourself in this role? We want to hear from you. Does this sound like your dream job, but you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements? We still want to hear from you!  

Upload your CV and include a few lines about your motivation for applying. We ask you not to include a photo or personal information that does not relate to your professional experience. 

Applications must be received by 5 June 2025. 

Learn more about us at www.lundbeck.com, LinkedIn or Instagram (@h_lundbeck). 

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