Job Description Summary
The Global Risk Manager is the owner of the technology risk management process at Sandoz. The role is supporting the creation, lifecycle and retirement of Technology related risks. The Global Risk Manager maintains the Technology Risk management framework and its compliance with the Enterprise Risk Management standards. The person is also responsible for effective reporting and monitoring the technology risks to Sandoz Leadership.Job Description
Major accountabilities:Framework Development and Governance
Design and maintain the Technology Risk Management Framework.
Chair monthly risk board meetings with domain representatives.
Ensure alignment with organizational objectives, compliance standards, and industry best practices.
Maintain Sandoz Technology Risk Management ITC reporting in line with leadership expectations.
Prepare the agenda and provide full support for the Quarterly Risk Board, chaired by the Global Head of DIMO.
Risk Management
Conduct Technology Risk Assessments and facilitate risk documentation with relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop actionable mitigation plans.
Ensure proper assignment of risk and action plan ownership.
Support teams in tailoring risk management methods to their operational context.
Provide training, toolkits, and guidance to enable effective implementation.
Continuous Improvement
Monitor the effectiveness of the risk management framework using KPIs and feedback mechanisms.
Lead initiatives to refine and evolve practices based on emerging trends and organizational needs.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including but not limited to all Technology domains and business units.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on risk-related matters.
Establish and manage an effective collaboration between Enterprise Risk Management and the Technology Risk Management team
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Engi-neering, Business, or related field.
Certification or accreditation in Informational Security or Risk Management is a plus
Fluent in written and spoken English
Strong problem resolution skills
Good presentation skills
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex environments.
An entrepreneurial mindset driven by curiosity, continuous improvement, and interest in technical advancements and trends
Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with global teams
Able to drive C-level discussions and collaborate with different level of stakeholder’s maturity
At least 7 years of experience in Risk/ Issue Management
Knowledge and experience of industry standards such as ISO 204001, CIS and others
Experience with GxP Standards is a plus
Experience with ITIL, Prince 2, PMP, Agile and other best practice methodologies and standards
Experience in organizational change management and transformation is a plus
Skills Desired
Communication Skills, Compliance Audits, Compliance Management, Compliance Risk Assessment, Compliance Training, Influencing Skills, Quality AssuranceTop Skills
What We Do
Sandoz is the global leader in generic and biosimilar medicines.
Our Purpose is to pioneer access to medicines for patients globally. We are on a mission to drive innovation in the healthcare industry by freeing up resources sustainably and responsibly while continuing to address global health challenges such as antimicrobial resistance.
We are present in more than 100 countries and our medicines serve some 500 million people every year. We have two main global businesses: Generics - divided between standard generics and complex generics - and Biosimilars.
