Associate Director, Compliance – EMEA-

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Be a hero for our rare disease patients.

At Ultragenyx we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to achieve this goal. Our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us this means going where other biopharma companies wont go, challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life‑changing treatments.

We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.

Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives in and outside of the workplace. We want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.

If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career and grow a lot both professionally and personally, come join our team.

The Associate Director Compliance EMEA is responsible for leading compliance support across Ultragenyx’s EMEA Region encompassing both directly operated and partner/distributor markets. The role will ensure that all regional operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, industry codes and internal policies while enabling responsible business growth. The individual will partner closely with local, regional and global leaders to promote a culture of integrity and ethical conduct consistent with Ultragenyx’s mission and values.

Flex:
This role will typically require onsite work 2‑3 days each week or more depending on business. Many locations will set certain days each week that Flex employees are required to be onsite.

• Serve as a trusted compliance advisor to EMEA Commercial, Medical and cross‑functional teams.
• Provide risk‑based guidance on interactions with healthcare professionals, healthcare organizations, patient groups and other stakeholders.
• Review and approve promotional and medical activities, scientific events and field engagements.
• Partner with IT and other relevant functions to ensure GDPR and local data protection compliance.
• Oversee compliance with third‑party relationships including distributors and service providers.
• Implement and maintain regional policies, procedures and monitoring activities aligned with Ultragenyx standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide practical recommendations to address compliance gaps.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees, contractors and partners.
• Enhance and develop processes, systems and technological tools to make compliance resources and communications more accessible and impactful.
• Manage investigations and coordinate remediation efforts in collaboration with HR and other relevant functions.
• Promote ethical decision‑making and continuous improvement across all EMEA functions.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (JD, Pharm
  
  D or Master’s in Finance/Audit/Accounting) preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of compliance experience, including at least 5 years within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of international compliance frameworks (e.g., EFPIA, ABPI, GDPR, anti‑bribery/anti‑corruption).
• Experience supporting both direct and partner/distributor markets within EMEA.
• Proven ability to balance compliance risk mitigation with business enablement.
• Strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills in a multicultural environment.
• Compliance or audit certification (CCEP, CPA, CIA, etc.) is a plus.
• Travel requirement: up to 20% within the EMEA region.

• Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company.
• Volunteer days.
• Long‑term incentive and employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings.
• Employee wellbeing benefits.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Tuition sponsoring.