Zug, Zug, Switzerland
I am a Compliance, Risk Management & Anti-Corruption expert with dual Polish-Swiss citizenship, holding an MBA and a law degree, and over 20 years of international experience across consulting, sports & media, healthcare, financial services, and capital markets. I have built and transformed compliance and risk programs at global, regional, and local levels, adapting them to diverse regulatory environments and business models across Europe, CIS, MEA, APAC, LATAM, and the USA. I am particularly focused on simplifying compliance and embedding it into business operations, leveraging digital solutions, automation, and data-driven insights to increase efficiency and effectiveness. My experience across multiple industries enables me to bring a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to governance, risk, and compliance challenges in complex and evolving environments. I believe in delivering simple, effective, and scalable compliance solutions that support business objectives while safeguarding integrity. Expertise / Specialties - Compliance simplification, automation & digital transformation - FCPA, UKBA, and other anti-corruption laws - Sanctions & trade controls - AML - ISO standards - Transparency reporting, ESG, and CSR - Data privacy - Corporate governance - Crisis management, antitrust, employment law, and investigations - Whistleblower & Hot Lines
# Compliance Advisory: Provided compliance and risk advisory to international clients across consulting, healthcare, and corporate environments # Compliance Program Transformation: Supported the design and enhancement of global and regional compliance programs, aligning with regulatory requirements and business needs # Risk Assessment: Conducted compliance risk assessments and program reviews, identifying gaps and implementing remediation actions # ESG & Governance: Advised on ESG integration and governance frameworks, strengthening transparency and accountability # Compliance Operating Model: Delivered compliance transformation projects, focusing on process simplification, automation, and operating model improvements # Project Risk Governance: Supported strategic business projects with risk and compliance oversight Compliance Redesign: Led a compliance risk redesign project for a Swiss-based pharmaceutical scale-up
# Compliance Operations Oversight: Led compliance operations, using data analytics to improve efficiency and proactively address risks. # Global Compliance Roadmap Execution: Assisted in executing the Global Compliance Roadmap, ensuring timely and effective implementation. # Project Management: Provided project management expertise, collaborating on strategic planning for the Compliance Program. # Global Compliance Monitoring: Developed a monitoring program with global policies and protocols, ensuring consistency across regions and effective follow-up remediation. # Policy Development: Created and updated global compliance policies and procedures, making them clear and reducing related inquiries. # Trend Monitoring and Regulatory Updates: Monitored industry trends and regulatory changes, integrating updates into the Compliance Program to stay ahead of evolving standards. # Adaptive Compliance Monitoring: Regularly reviewed the Compliance Program, adjusting as needed to meet evolving operational needs and maintain alignment with compliance requirements. # Training Development: Designed a compliance training strategy, including a training matrix, ensuring timely delivery to relevant functions and improving compliance knowledge across the organization. # Third-Party Compliance Due Diligence: Conducted due diligence and provided expertise in Third Party Risk Management, enhancing screening and minimizing risks. # Transfer of Values Disclosure: Ensured accurate and timely disclosure of Transfer of Values, maintaining regulatory compliance. # Corporate Investigations: Assisted with corporate investigations, supporting efficient resolution and promoting transparency.
# Compliance Program Consolidation & Enhancement: Consolidated and enhanced the compliance program for Vifor entities in Europe, APAC, CEEMEA, LATAM, and Vifor Partners (sales in 100+ countries). - Code of Conduct Implementation: Implemented a new Code of Conduct across all entities. - ABAC Policies: Established standardized ABAC policies for interactions with HCPs and stakeholders. - Third-Party Due Diligence: Introduced comprehensive third-party due diligence for Vifor Partners, reducing risks. - Regional Program Unification: Unified regional compliance programs, including cross-country navigation rules to ensure consistency and effective local adaptation, while establishing regional contacts. - Whistleblower Hotline: Launched a corporate whistleblower hotline and established investigation processes. # Audits & Corrective Actions: Conducted audits, reviews, and investigations with external audit teams, implementing corrective actions to improve compliance. # Risk Assessment: Conducted multi-functional, multi-country risk assessments to identify and mitigate compliance risks. # Regional Compliance Leadership: Hired, coached, and managed regional compliance directors (APAC, CEE/CIS, EU, LATAM, MEA) and oversaw compliance liaisons across Vifor entities. # Disclosure & Data Utilization: Supervised compliance with EFPIA and Sunshine Act disclosure requirements, using data to manage risks. # Cross-functional Collaboration: Built strong working relationships with legal, sharing personnel, knowledge, IT platforms, and processes. # Industry Representation: Represented Vifor at EFPIA Ethics & Compliance Committee meetings in Brussels, contributing to industry-wide ethical discussions.
# Compliance Program Development: Consolidated and enhanced compliance standards for Mallinckrodt entities in EMEA, Latin America, Asia Pacific, including defining compliance objectives, procedures, and auditing activities. # Auditing and Monitoring: Designed and managed compliance audits, real-time monitoring, and formal investigations to ensure the effectiveness of processes and implemented corrective actions. # Risk Assessment: Participated in internal risk assessments to identify compliance gaps and mitigate associated risks. # Policy Implementation: Implemented policies to meet legal, regulatory, and industry obligations, focusing on ABAC and interactions with HCPs. # Whistleblower and Investigations: Established a corporate whistleblower hotline and managed investigation processes, focusing on compliance issue resolution. # Third-Party Risk Management: Conducted activities to mitigate risks with third-party sales and intermediaries, including anti-corruption training and site visits. # Training and Awareness: Developed and delivered compliance training across multiple regions through presentations, workshops, and written materials. # Advisory Role: Provided ongoing compliance advice to regional business units and recommended improvements to international compliance programs. # Collaboration and Reporting: Collaborated with leadership on compliance matters, provided updates on auditing and monitoring activities, and contributed insights for improving compliant operations. # Cross-functional Decision Making: Engaged in cross-functional committees, such as the Grant Compliance Committee, to ensure compliance in educational and HCP consulting activities.
# Compliance Program Implementation & Oversight: Implemented and oversaw the Compliance Program across multiple regions, including Europe and CIS, ensuring alignment with corporate standards. # Policy Development and Revision: Developed, revised, and implemented compliance policies to mitigate risks and align with evolving regulations. # Risk Assessment: Conducted periodic risk assessments to identify and mitigate compliance risks effectively. # Global Data Privacy Program: Developed the first global data privacy program, ensuring compliance with international standards and improving data governance. # Investigations Management: Managed investigations into potential violations of policies, laws, and regulations, ensuring corrective actions were taken. # Compliance Education & Training: Implemented training programs with Legal, HR, and business departments, ensuring understanding of the Code of Conduct and Anti-Corruption Policy. # Monitoring Compliance Impact: Worked with Legal to monitor new laws and regulations, determining their impact on compliance programs. # Monitoring & Analysis: Managed compliance monitoring activities, analyzed trends, and implemented corrective actions as needed. # Third-Party Due Diligence: Assisted in conducting due diligence for third parties, such as contract sales forces, and ensured communication of compliance requirements. # Advisory Role: Provided guidance on compliance issues to regional management, acting as the primary contact for compliance matters. # Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked with Internal Audit, Quality, Medical Affairs, and Regulatory Affairs to align compliance policies across functions. # Global Representation & Travel: Represented Global Ethics & Compliance in regional meetings, traveling 30-50% of the time to support compliance efforts.