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Compliance Iberia Manager

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added over a year ago (last checked 4 Oct)

Almirall

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract
Fixed-term contract, full-time hours
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Experience
4+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

Education & certifications

  • University degree in Law, Life Sciences, or related field.

The role

You will report to the Director, Compliance South Europe and be part of the Compliance and Privacy function, supporting the Iberia region (Spain and Portugal). Your mission is to ensure that Almirall operates in a legal and ethical manner while achieving its business goals. You will help foster a culture of compliance, support risk management, and ensure adherence to applicable laws, codes of practice, and internal policies.

What you'll do

  • Support the implementation of the Code of Ethics and Business Integrity Guide.
  • Ensure compliance with Farmaindustria, ANEFP, and local health authority regulations of activities and projects.
  • Review and approve promotional and non-promotional materials and HCP engagements.
  • Collaborate with departments to assess compliance in projects and third-party activities.
  • Assist in monitoring and auditing activities, especially those involving HCPs and promotional materials.
  • Maintain and update SOPs, policies, and compliance processes.
  • Deliver training and awareness programs based on business needs and regulatory updates.
  • Collaborate with the different departments to ensure collection of data for the publication of transfers of value to HCPs, HCOs and POs. Manage required documentation and information.
  • Ensure disclosures meet data quality standards and comply with self-regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with disclosure reporting tools (generation of reports and quality checks).

How you'll work

The position is located at the company's headquarters in Barcelona and offers a hybrid work model.

Mission

This is a temporary position designed to provide continuity and support during a defined period.

Other responsabilities

  • Liaise with Farmaindustria and Generalitat de Catalunya as needed.
  • Collaborate on transversal projects within the company, including the General Counsel Group and Global Compliance initiatives.

Experience

  • Minimum 4-5 years of experience in Compliance or Privacy roles, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.

Specific Knowledge

  • Familiarity with Farmaindustria, EFPIA, and ANEFP codes and ability to apply regulatory frameworks in a practical business context.
  • Understanding of data protection regulations and disclosure tools.
  • Experience with Rx, OTC, and Medical Devices compliance.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Veeva CRM and Veeva Promomats is a plus.
  • Fluent in Spanish and English.

Competencies

  • Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders.
  • High level of organization, attention to detail, and risk awareness.
  • Committed to ethical standards and continuous improvement.

Values

  • Care: We listen and empathize. We value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We help each other succeed.
  • Courage: We challenge the status quo. We take full ownership. We learn from our successes and failures.
  • Innovation: We put the patient and customer at the center. We create novel solutions. We empower entrepreneurial mindsets.
  • Simplicity: We act decisively and avoid over-analysis. We understand why before we act. We are agile and keep things simple.

Why working with Almirall? We are a people-centric company where employees are at their best, patients and customer are at the heart of every decision, and our focus and agility allow us to deliver greater impact for all.

Additionally, for the 16th year in a row, we have been certified as Top Employer Spain!

This reaffirms our commitment to create a unique work environment that allows our employees to develop their skills to the fullest and grow both professionally and as individuals. We are thankful to have a great team that is proactive, innovative, and eager to transform the world of people with skin conditions. We are proud of each one of our employees, their development, and growth: they are the success of the company.

Our purpose

"Transform the patients´ world by helping them realize their hopes & dreams for a healthy life".

Our values

Care: we listen & empathize, we value diverse perspectives & backgrounds and we help each other succeed.

  • Courage: we challenge the status quo, we take full ownership and we learn from our success & failures

  • Innovation: we put the patient and customer at the center, we create novel solutions and we empower entrepreneurial mindsets.

  • Simplicity: we act decisively and avoid over-analysis, we understand why before we act and we are agile & keep things simple.

At Almirall, it's all about people! #wearealmirall

About Almirall

Almirall is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, focused on medical dermatology and skin health. With a presence in over 70 countries and a portfolio spanning prescription drugs, consumer healthcare, and biologics, it is a key player in the dermatology space. The company invests heavily in R&D, particularly in areas like psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and skin cancer, and operates through a mix of commercial, medical, and research functions.

Almirall's Spain operations are centered in Barcelona, where its global headquarters and major R&D facilities are located. The company offers a multicultural, science-driven environment with opportunities for international professionals in clinical development, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, and digital health. With a strong commitment to innovation and digital transformation, Almirall provides a dynamic setting for those looking to advance their careers in the pharmaceutical industry in Spain.

Industry
Pharma
Founded
1943
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Almirall is headquartered in Barcelona, offering a prime location in one of Europe's most attractive cities for international professionals.
  • The company operates in over 70 countries, providing opportunities for cross-border collaboration and career mobility.
  • Almirall has a strong focus on R&D, with significant investment in biologics and digital health, making it an exciting place for scientists and data specialists.
  • The company's work culture emphasizes innovation and international collaboration, with English commonly used in global roles.
  • Barcelona's office serves as the global hub, meaning many roles based there have a global scope and impact.

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Additional information

  • Support the Privacy Country Responsible for Spain and Portugal.
  • Help maintain the RoPA, manage data processing agreements, and respond to privacy requests.
  • Assist in transparency reporting and ensure data quality in disclosures.
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