Global Head of Investigations

vor 2 Wochen


Zürich, Schweiz TN Switzerland Vollzeit

The Global Head of Investigations leads the global Investigations team in assessing concerns of misconduct, determining the type of investigation and who should perform them, and conducting high-quality, independent investigations to address concerns of misconduct. This role involves overall accountability for the Ethics & Compliance (E&C) investigation processes, overseeing the company's ethics reporting hotline, and guiding a global team in investigating serious allegations of misconduct. The incumbent ensures timely and appropriate case management, presents findings and insights to the Takeda Executive Team, Board of Directors, Audit & Supervisory Committee, E&C Leadership Team, and other senior leadership forums, and liaises with governmental investigators, third-party auditors, and other external entities. Additionally, the role focuses on continuously enhancing investigation processes and governance, including through innovative use of technology. The Global Head of Investigation develops strong, cross-functional collaboration networks with HR, Legal, Finance, Internal Auditing, and Global Process Owners to oversee investigation processes, case tiering, standards, and responsibilities. The incumbent also serves on the GRC Leadership Team, contributing to the continuous improvement of global E&C risk-management programs with the goal of upholding high ethical standards, mitigating risk and fostering a robust organizational 'Speak Up' culture.

Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a team of investigators.
  • Directly lead, oversee or assist with investigations, as needed.
  • Partner closely with HR, Legal and Finance to determine case tiering and management.
  • Ensure investigations align with legal, regulatory and company policies.
  • Manage investigation budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines.
  • Collaborate with E&C, HR, Legal, Financial Controls, and Internal Audit to enhance risk management.
  • For local investigations outside the scope of the global Investigations team’s remit, provide support including with case management, oversight and training.
  • Close interactions with HR People Advisory Group (PAG) and E&C Culture and Values team.
  • Identify and implement technical solutions to improve misconduct handling, including innovative uses of technology for process enhancements or efficiencies.
  • Provide regular updates on key cases and the investigations program to internal stakeholders, including the Global Ethics & Compliance Leadership Team, the Takeda Risk, Ethics & Compliance Committee (RECC), Audit & Supervisory Committee, the Board of Directors, external auditors, and other key stakeholders.
  • Promote a culture of integrity through educational and awareness programs.
  • Continuously improve investigation processes and methodologies to align with regulatory demands and industry best practices, including implementation of technological solutions, to simplify, streamline, and enhance the investigation process, improving overall effectiveness and efficiency.
Qualifications
  • At least 15 years of experience in investigations, including 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Proven expertise in managing complex, sensitive and/or high-risk global investigations within the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Strong and effective leadership, communication, judgment and analytical skills.
  • Deep understanding of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements and compliance.
  • Skilled in timely handling high-pressure situations with discretion and integrity.
  • Experience interacting with and responding to governmental investigators, external auditors and investors.
  • Experience designing and using reporting toolkits with advanced data trending and root-cause analytics for senior leaders.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

Cambridge, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$252,000.00 - $396,000.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Locations:

Cambridge, MA; Zurich, Switzerland

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

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