Assistant Manager – Corporate Compliance (09 / 11 / 2025)

Job Summary

This position requires a professional with relevant experience in the pharmaceutical sector, with a focus on Anti-bribery, Anti-corruption, and other applicable global, national, and local compliance regulations. The role involves implementing the Compliance Governance Framework in India under the supervision of the India Compliance Lead. The Compliance Officer will serve as a strategic business partner to Operations and R&D management in Ahmedabad, supporting stakeholders in adherence to compliance policies and fostering a strong compliance culture across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive compliance awareness and strengthen compliance culture across all Operations locations in India.
• Maintain compliance review and approval processes for HCP (Healthcare Professionals) and TPR (Third Party Representatives) activities.
• Implement and strengthen internal controls to enhance compliance governance.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Support in designing and executing a robust compliance governance model for India Operations.
• Act as a consultant and provide day-to-day mentorship, guidance, and advice to employees on compliance matters.
• Assist Regional Compliance Lead in drafting and amending policies and procedures in line with regulatory changes.
• Ensure smooth functioning and effective implementation of the Compliance Program in compliance with local laws.
• Develop and deliver compliance training, communication materials, and employee engagement initiatives to promote compliance awareness.
• Assist in automation of compliance processes and tools.
• Conduct quarterly compliance monitoring reviews to assess internal controls and identify potential risks.
• Maintain a compliance governance activity calendar and ensure timely execution.
• Review and approve business activity plans with HCPs / HCCs / TPRs in line with policies and procedures.
• Create dashboards, reports, and updates for governance meetings based on monitoring outcomes.
• Ensure proper documentation and retention of compliance records as per company policies.
• Track exceptions, deviations, and observations, and recommend appropriate remediation measures.
• Support International Emerging Market team in Third Party Due Diligence and remediation of risks.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Commercial and Operations to drive compliance excellence.

Dimensions

People Management : No

Financial Activities : Yes

Key Interactions

Internal Customers :

Manufacturing, QA, QC, Project & Engineering, Analytical Development, R&D, Operations, Corporate Affairs, and other relevant functions within India Operations

External Customers :

None

Capability Requirements

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

India Compliance & Regulations : Expert (Level IV)

Compliance Monitoring & Audit : Expert (Level IV)

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) : Proficient (Level III)