Compliance & Ethics Lead, LR LatAm

About the role

Bristol Myers Squibb is looking for a Compliance & Ethics Lead for Local Representative Markets in Latin America, based in Bogotá. The role leads Compliance & Ethics operations for the supported market(s) and acts as the day-to-day business partner, giving risk-based guidance and supporting the implementation of the BMS global Compliance & Ethics program. It works closely with market business and functional stakeholders and partners with regional Compliance & Ethics leadership on governance and escalation of significant matters.

Key responsibilities

• Promote a strong culture of integrity, quality, compliance and ethics, reinforcing the right tone with market leadership.
• Support the development and execution of the annual Compliance & Ethics work plan for LR LatAm.
• Identify, assess and escalate compliance risks, recommend mitigation measures and drive local implementation of global programs, systems, processes and controls.
• Partner with Legal and other functions, and support the LRM Compliance Committee, co-chaired by the Head of C&E LRM & KSA & GCC and the local General Manager.
• Provide oversight of local procedures, education, training, communications, monitoring and analytics, and lead or support periodic risk assessments.
• Conduct or coordinate risk-based monitoring, internal audits, due diligence reviews and follow-up remediation actions.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, industry codes and enforcement developments, and support a speak-up culture.
• Escalate significant risks and trends, collaborate across markets, and contribute to regional and global priorities.

Required profile

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in Compliance & Ethics in a highly regulated industry; related experience in legal, internal audit, risk management or controls is acceptable.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare or another highly regulated industry.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, industry codes and compliance risks for the supported market(s).
• University degree or equivalent professional experience; a professional qualification in compliance, law, accounting, audit, risk management or a related discipline is preferred.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, as applicable to the role.

Required skills

• Ability to identify and assess compliance risks and give practical, risk-based guidance.
• Strong judgment, integrity, discretion and ability to handle sensitive matters.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication, able to challenge stakeholders when necessary.