The opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Medical Compliance to provide strategic leadership within our UK & Ireland Medical Affairs organisation. You will bring your extensive medical compliance experience and expertise to this senior-level position, operating autonomously while delivering medical compliance excellence across all Teva activities in the UK and Ireland.
We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record of compliance leadership and autonomous decision making in complex regulatory environments with minimal supervision and strategic mindset to proactively balance operational excellence with forward-thinking compliance initiatives.
As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will drive medical compliance excellence, support key strategic initiatives, and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes through compliant project implementation.
Success in this role will be by measured by following metrics:
1. Ensure full compliance with Teva SOPs, ABPI Code of Practice and IPHA code
2. Zero PMCPA/HPRA complaints or successful defence of any complaints received
3. Effective risk stratification of complex projects to ensure efficient implementation while maintaining compliance
4. Achievement of business objectives through strategic thinking, proactively facilitating stakeholder dialogue and compliant operational processes
5. Zero or minor observations in internal audits
6. Stakeholder confidence metrics measured through internal surveys showing compliance function is seen as enabling (not blocking) business objectives
A day in the life of an Associate Director, Medical Compliance...
7. Final Signatory Activities Serve as final signatory for medical compliance approvals Review and approve materials, processes, and initiatives to ensure regulatory compliance
8. Medical Compliance Leadership Actas primary PMCPA/MHRA and IPHA/ HPRA contact for medical compliance matters Develop and deliver ongoing training programs for final signatories (medical and commercial), AQPs, and reviewers Serve as main medical compliance liaison for TPE/Global teams Active participation as Compliance Committee member Facilitate Code training workshops across the organisation Liaise with Senior Manager, Meical Compliance and Therapy Area Leads to ensure PSP governance
9. People Management Oversee activities and performance of Manager and Senior Manager, Medical Compliance Ensure Manager, Medical Compliance effectively maintains SOPs, compliance documentation (Glorya and Studium), and supports medical operations systems Drive efficient project implementation through proper system utilisation and approvals processes Ensure Senior Manager, Medical Compliance approves materials in a timely manner and provides governance to various projects.
10. Audit and Inspection Leadership Lead and/ or support audits and inspections across multiple areas: Pharmacovigilance, Congresses, promotional materials, PSP, Veeva, and PMCPA/ IPHA Ensure audit readiness and compliance across all audited functions Strategic Support and Process Optimisation Provide SME support for process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure Medical Affairs and Brand Plans comply with Teva SOPs, ABPI Code and IPHA code Ensure Medical Affairs KPls are aligned with regulatory requirements and company standards Support Medical Affairs Capability Mapping and Development programs Liaise with Compliance Officer on key projects
11. System Administration Managing key platforms: Glorya (document management), Studium (training management), EngageMate (HCP engagement) and Veeva Promomats (promotional and non-promotional materials approval) Configure EngageMate and Veeva Promomats systems for compliant and efficient project implementation
12. Strategic Project Support Partner with Senior Medical and Technical Director on high-priority initiatives Collaborate with project coordinators to implement key strategic projects Provide compliance expertise for ad hoc business requirements
Your experience and qualifications
Do you have...?
13. Extensive experience as a final signatory with demonstrated independent decision-making authority
14. Experience successfully leading and transforming a medical compliance function (not just participating)
15. Proven track record of establishing compliance frameworks from scratch or significantly improving underperforming functions
16. Demonstrated ability to challenge and influence key stakeholders on compliance matters without compromising standards
17. Proven track record of SME input for process improvement
18. Experience of managing and configuring platforms such as Veeva Promomats (promotional and non-promotional materials approval)
19. Experience managing direct relationships with MHRA/PMCPA and HPRA/IPHA as the primary organisational representative
20. Experience of PMCPA case defences where candidate was the lead strategist (not just a contributor)
21. Demonstrated experience preventing PMCPA complaints through proactive stakeholder education and process improvements
22. Evidence of preventing regulatory issues through proactive risk identification and stakeholder education
23. Track record of participating in industry level initiatives to shape compliance frameworks
24. Demonstrated experience making unpopular compliance decisions that were later validated
25. Demonstrated experience of balancing compliance considerations and business goals using risk stratification strategies
26. Proven ability to recover from compliance failures and implement sustainable improvements
27. Evidence of successfully managing compliance during organisational change
Are you...?
28. A qualified Physician or a Pharmacist with experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry. Desirable: Master's degree in business administration (MBA), Operations Management, or Process Improvement. Having a process improvement certification (Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, Lean Management, Change Management) will also be desirable.
29. The final decision-maker (not advisor) on compliance matters
30. Able to building or rebuilding stakeholder confidence after compliance failures
31. Able to demonstrate openness to feedback and continuous learning mindset
32. Willing to adapt approaches based on evidence and stakeholder feedback
33. Able to exhibit collaborative leadership style with ability to influence
34. Able to think outside the box while maintaining regulatory compliance
35. Proactive
36. Good communicator
Enjoy a more rewarding choice
We support our people through every stage of their journey with us. Our flexible reward platform puts you in control, empowering you to tailor your benefits to fit your lifestyle, priorities, and what matters most to you. With 25 days of annual leave that grows with your service, the flexibility to purchase additional days, and two dedicated volunteering days each year, your time off is truly yours to enjoy, recharge, and give back. We prioritise your health with private medical insurance, life assurance, critical illness cover, and income protection.
Whether you're growing your family or pursuing new adventures, our enhanced maternity and paternity leave, sabbaticals, and hybrid working policies are here to support you through life’s most meaningful moments. Financial wellbeing matters too, which is why we offer an enhanced pension scheme, access to a discount store, and free financial coaching through Bippit.
To help you grow with confidence, we offer a structured training and development programme tailored to your role and department, equipping you with the tools, knowledge, and support you need to thrive.