Ethics & Compliance Lead Specialist (f/m/d) Central Europe

Ethics & Compliance Lead Specialist (f/m/d) Central Europe

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

HCC OFFICER

Location:

Europe/Middle East/Africa, Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Rhein-Kreis Neuss

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Ethics & Compliance Lead Specialist Central Europe

This position reports to the Ethics & Compliance Officer Central Europe and will be based in either Neuss, Germany or Prague, Czechia. Other locations in Central/Central Eastern Europe may be possible as well.

Who we are

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including Neutrogena, Aveeno, Tylenol, Listerine, Johnson’s and BAND-AID® Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of ~ 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact the lives of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you!

Role reports to: Ethics & Compliance Officer Central Europe

Location: Neuss, Germany or Prague, Czechia (other locations in Central/Central Eastern Europe may be possible as well).

Travel %: ~10%

What you will do 

The Ethics & Compliance (E&C) Lead Specialist will support the E&C program within Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands, Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, Ukraine and Baltics). This role requires a professional, who can partner closely with commercial and marketing teams to incorporate a strong E&C program within business processes. We are looking for someone who is a champion of change and motivated to drive continuous improvement. You will ensure that monitoring, mitigation and correction actions are in line with changing business needs and reflect the external environment and risk profile of the business.

Key Responsibilities

For assigned countries within the Central Europe Cluster:

• Manage the E&C program, promoting compliance with the company’s ethical standards and relevant regulatory requirements
• Report E&C program status to the cluster and country Leadership Teams and partner with senior business management to drive a culture of compliance within the organization
• Handle ongoing risk assessment, mitigation and management of compliance risk; manage Management Action Plans (MAPs) and Disciplinary Action Plans (DAPs) appropriate to the nature and extent of the deviations
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive new business initiatives and integrate compliance within business processes, providing commercial and pragmatic advice to support business growth
• Manage compliant engagement with Health Care Professionals, Government Officials, Third-Party Intermediaries (TPI), including implementation of appropriate Due Diligence, training and TPI lifecycle management

For all countries within the Central Europe Cluster:

• Manage post monitoring activities to ensure effective controls and mitigations are defined based on monitoring results
• Oversee management of internal TPI Due Diligence (DD), acting as point of contact for our business partners to facilitate completion of DD process and ensure oversight of use of TPIs        

This position description is an outline of the major recurring responsibilities of the job. It is not intended to be all-inclusive of the work to be performed. Other related job objectives, special assignments and less significant responsibilities will typically be performed by the incumbent(s).

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5-6 years’ experience in compliance or relevant risk function
• Minimum of an undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
• General understanding of relevant laws, regulations and industry standards
• Fluent in English
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• High level of integrity with good ethical core values and ability to make difficult decisions and influence across all levels of management
• Ability to work autonomously and navigate complexity and ambiguity within a matrixed organization

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Consumer Health industry, including sales and marketing
• Additional languages within the Central European Cluster

What’s in it for you

• A permanent employment contract with competitive salary, and social benefits
• 30 days of paid vacation and 30 “Work from Anywhere” days per year
• Flexible/hybrid working model with 2-3 office/remote days per week
• A strong team spirit with flat hierarchies
• A unique development plan, regular trainings and training days to take your skills to the next level
• Cross-functional and international career development opportunities
• Modern office with canteen, free beverages & fruit, access to our gym and fitness classes
• Employee discount and corporate benefits

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.