- Location
- Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Deutschland
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Legal
- Seniority
- Manager
Description
As Compliance Manager (m/f/d), you help strengthen and further develop the global governance framework of Merz Therapeutics, with a focus on healthcare compliance and information security.
Acting as a trusted compliance advisor, you will work closely with headquarters functions and primarily European affiliates, providing guidance on a broad range of compliance and governance topics. This includes supporting business stakeholders on healthcare compliance matters, risk assessments, investigations, policies and procedures, training initiatives and the continuous development of our compliance program in a highly regulated life sciences environment.
While the primary focus (ca 70%) of the role is on compliance advisory, governance, risk management and compliance program development, you will also serve as Business Information Security Manager (BISM) (ca. 30%) for Merz Therapeutics and support governance-related information security and NIS2 activities in close collaboration with Group Information Security.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION
- Develop and enhance the global Compliance Management System
- Advise headquarters functions and European affiliates on compliance topics
- Support investigations, risk assessments, trainings, and monitoring activities
- Create and maintain policies and procedures
- Assume the role of Business Information Security Manager (BISM) for Merz Therapeutics within the Information Security Management System of the Merz Group
- Support security governance and regulatory requirements (e.g. NIS2)
- Coordinate with Group Information Security during security incidents
- Collaborate with stakeholders across Compliance, Legal, HR, IT, and business functions
YOUR PROFILE
- Several years of professional experience in Compliance, Governance, Risk Management, Audit or related functions within the pharmaceutical, medtech, healthcare or broader life sciences industry
- Strong understanding of compliance requirements in regulated environments
- Pragmatic, hands-on, and solution-oriented
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Interest in digital and information security topics
- Initial experience with information security or related frameworks (NIS2, ISO27001) is a plus
- Fluent in English; German is an advantage
YOUR BENEFITS
- Individual career development with the purpose of improving the quality of life of our patients
- Hybrid work model that allows a good work-life balance
- Attractive location with good transport links, modern workplaces and a company restaurants
- International family business with flat hierarchies and an open, appreciative corporate culture
- Attractive remuneration with extensive social benefits
- Variety of employer-subsidized benefits such as WellPass, Deutschland-ticket, Corporate Benefits and JobBike
ABOUT US
Welcome to Merz Therapeutics, a global leader in specialty neurology, delivering innovative treatments that help people with movement disorders, neurodegenerative conditions, liver disease, and other serious health challenges regain their quality of life.
We are proud to be a family-owned company with over 117 years of heritage. Our therapies reach patients in more than 80 countries, driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to growth.
Our goal is to address urgent, unmet medical needs—investing in research, expanding our portfolio, and empowering people to live better lives.
Join our international Merz Therapeutics family and help us achieve our mission:
"BETTER OUTCOMES FOR MORE PATIENTS"
