About this role

Manager, Compliance / Monitor

Under the direction and guidance of the Head of Assurance, this position is responsible for conducting risk assessments and sample testing within the Annual Compliance Risk Cycle (ACRC), performing local monitoring activities, managing NEM/BCM programs, supporting misconduct investigations, and providing operational support for the Internal Review Committee (IRC). Through these activities, the role is responsible for timely identifying and assessing compliance and integrity risks and issues, verifying that Novartis business activities are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, and driving necessary corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

About the Role

Major Accountabilities:

ACRC & Local Monitoring

Conduct risk assessments, self-assessments, and sample testing under the ACRC and Local Monitoring programs.
Verify and assess whether business activities are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, and drive improvement initiatives and corrective actions as necessary.

SpeakUp Case Management & IRC Coordination

Support the intake, assessment, and escalation of compliance and integrity concerns as the Local SpeakUp Office Contact.
Manage misconduct investigations and compliance-related cases, supporting fact-finding, root cause analysis, and the implementation of corrective actions.
Support the operation of the Internal Review Committee (IRC) and facilitate appropriate responses to significant compliance and integrity matters.

BCM & NEM Support

Support the maintenance and enhancement of disaster response and business continuity capabilities through the administration of BCM and NEM programs.
Collaborate with relevant functions and support timely and appropriate responses during emergency situations.

Internal Audit & Business Governance Support

Promote the effectiveness of the compliance management framework by supporting Internal Audit activities and the completion of corrective actions.
Leverage insights gained from Assurance activities to support the strengthening of Business Governance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional Requirements / Expected Behaviors

Demonstrate a deep understanding of business challenges and contribute to organizational value creation and growth by providing practical, constructive advice grounded in professional expertise.
Embrace change with a positive mindset, adapt flexibly to new roles and responsibilities, proactively identify opportunities, and take initiative to pursue new challenges.
Treat others with respect regardless of position or title, and collaborate across roles, functions, and organizational boundaries without being constrained by individual areas of responsibility.
Welcome diverse perspectives and ideas, and contribute to fostering an open, constructive, and inclusive culture built on mutual respect.
Build trust and deliver results not only through expertise and achievements, but also through respect for others and effective collaboration.
Continuously invest in self-development by strengthening not only professional expertise but also broader capabilities such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, while supporting the growth of others and promoting a culture of continuous learning.
Recognize ERC as a strategic partner that contributes to the company’s growth, and help build an organization where talent developed through ERC is recognized as capable of succeeding across all areas of the company.
To achieve this, continuously develop both hard and soft skills and strive to deliver exceptional results while positively influencing those around you.
Recognize that ERC is an organization that requires not only technical expertise, but also business acumen, the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and the capability to address complex challenges. View this environment as an opportunity for personal growth and continue to take on challenges with ambition and determination.
Act as a role model for Novartis Values & Behaviors and strive to be a trusted and respected colleague both within and beyond the ERC organization.

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Division

Ethics Risk & Compliance

Business Unit

Audit & Compliance

Location

Japan

Site

Toranomon (NPKK Head Office)

Company / Legal Entity

JP05 (FCRS = JP005) Novartis Pharma K.K.

Functional Area

Legal & Intellectual Property & Compl.

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

Accessibility and accommodation

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