Executive Director, Global Pharmacovigilance Operations, Quality & Compliance

Responsibilities

• Build and mentor the global Pharmacovigilance Operations, Quality & Compliance team
• Establish functional objectives and operating model priorities aligned with corporate goals
• Lead global pharmacovigilance operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Oversee operational performance, vendor execution, and continuous improvement to maintain inspection-readiness
• Ensure maintenance and alignment of pharmacovigilance policies and procedures with global regulatory requirements and GVP best practices
• Lead management of the Pharmacovigilance System Master File, ensuring compliance preparedness
• Oversee vendor governance, monitoring the performance and compliance of external partners

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with an advanced degree in a scientific field; healthcare professional degree preferred
• 15+ years of global full life-cycle DSPV experience in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry
• Direct experience in pharmacovigilance operations and vendor/alliance management, including GVP-related compliance
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop global teams with a focus on performance management
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and collaborating cross-functionally across various departments

Benefits

• Generous vacation time and public holidays
• Volunteer days to support community service
• Long-term incentive and employee stock purchase plans
• Employee wellbeing and health benefits
• Fitness reimbursement options
• Tuition sponsorship for ongoing education
• Structured professional development plans