Risk Control Manager

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

 

ROLE SUMMARY

 

This is a combined medical affairs and compliance governance and risk management role.

You will be responsible for supporting implementation of high compliance standards of adherence to the Company’s Code of Ethics and related rules, policies, and procedures in AZ GCC.

 

We are looking for a qualified, motivated, and entrepreneurial Risk Control Manager. This position will be reporting to Head of GCC Medical Excellence and Governance directly and dotted line reporting to GCC Compliance Business Partner (and based in Saudi Arabia / Kuwait).

 

As a Risk Control Manager, you will be responsible for risk identification, assessment, and internal controls implementation for specific promotional and non-promotional activities. You will work closely with medical governance team, commercial teams, and the Compliance Business Partner, to identify risks, conduct root cause analysis, and support the team to implement appropriate risk mitigation plans.

You will also play a critical role to identify 1st line control gaps to maximize the efficiency of the 1st line monitoring in various control areas.

 

What you’ll do

• Support CBP to collaborate with the business stakeholders on risk assessment and risk management of the projects and day to day business activities.
• Support CBP to build compliance trainings materials on various topics aligned with Code of Ethics and deliver these trainings to reinforce the culture of Ethics and Compliance.
• Proactively review specific business processes and activities, to identify various aspects of risks and work to mitigate these.
• Collaborate with CBP and business partners to strengthen the first line oversight and risk management. Perform the gap assessment of the existing 1st line monitoring to understand the process improvement opportunities.
•  Support the CBP and business partners to improve the efficiency of the 1st line monitoring activities in identified areas including management & remediation of these controls.
• Provide guidance and insight on effective self-monitoring in field force activities to conduct root cause analysis for fraud and other potential risks.
• Support the CBP for the governance meetings preparation and presentation (Local Compliance Committee) held on quarterly basis.

Only applications based in Kuwait will be considered.

 

Essential for the role

• 4+ years of audit experience and/or risk management/control experience.
• Strong collaborative, partnering and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical skills and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Able to work in a flexible team environment and handle multiple assignments simultaneously.

 

Desirable for the role

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical or a related industry is preferred.

 

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.

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