Associate Director, Global Insurance and Risk Management (GIRM)

About Us: We are a leading company in the life sciences sector, dedicated to protecting our assets and liabilities across the globe through strategic insurance and risk management. We are committed to excellence and innovation, and we are looking for a driven, collegiate, and knowledgeable professional to join our Global Insurance and Risk Management (GIRM) team.

Primary Role:

• Collaborate with the Head of Global Insurance and Risk Management in supporting the ongoing development, evolution and management our Global Risk Financing Strategy.


• Manage our global insurance programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and compliance with global regulations.


• Serve as a subject matter expert in global insurance and risk management, providing guidance and support across the organisation.


• Lead in overseeing/ managing significant insurance programs, including Global Cyber Liability and Directors & Officers (D&O) Liability.


• Mentor and support team members within the GIRM department., Oversee and enhance the performance of appointed brokers according to service level agreements.


• Manage global insurance program queries and financial issues, particularly for our operations in Japan.


• Project manage tenders for brokers and critical GIRM suppliers, including negotiations and implementations.


• Develop and implement a global premium allocation process in compliance with relevant regulations.


• Manage and lead specific relationships with global insurers, brokers, and digital platform suppliers, and handle reinsurance agreements.


• Provide strategic support on insurance, indemnification, and risk management within the Centre of Excellence.
  
  Experienced in an insurance risk management role, preferably in the life sciences sector.


• Comprehensive understanding of global insurance programs, market dynamics, and legislative compliance.


• Strong project management, communication, and negotiation skills.


• Qualifications from the Association of Chartered Insurance Institute or equivalent educational background.


• Willingness for international travel as needed.
  
  At Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we - as a Takeda team - can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.
  
  Opportunity to work in a dynamic, global environment with a team of experts.


• Competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits.


• Support for professional development and continuous learning.


• Engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our global operations and success, What makes a successful team member within Corporate at Takeda?


• Collaborative


• Strategic


• Insightful


• Results driven


• Goal-oriented


• Achiever


The environment is dynamic and evolving, so you have to be adaptable.

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Working at Takeda


• Inclusion

Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.

• Collaboration

A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.

• Innovation

Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.

• Top Workplace

Recognized for our culture and way of working, we're one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.

• Work-Life

Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.

• Empowerment

Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient

Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People

Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet

Protect our planet.

Data & Digital

Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.