IT Compliance Lead

In this role, you will lead compliance and validation activities across key patient-focused digital technology domains. You will ensure that systems and processes meet regulatory expectations while supporting innovation, including the adoption of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and automation. You will work closely with business and technology teams to embed quality and compliance into the full system lifecycle, enabling efficient and scalable solutions. Your work will help ensure that digital initiatives are compliant, effective, and aligned with evolving regulatory standards.

Who you'll work with

You will be working in a team that partners closely with experts in patient safety, medical, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and clinical functions, as well as digital technology colleagues. You will collaborate with stakeholders across projects and system support teams, ensuring alignment on compliance practices and validation strategies. The team is international and multidisciplinary, focused on delivering high-quality, compliant digital solutions that support patient outcomes and business needs.

What you'll do

• Lead validation and compliance activities across digital technology systems, ensuring alignment with internal policies and regulatory expectations throughout the system lifecycle
• Define and implement compliance processes and strategies, ensuring a consistent and high-quality approach across projects and operational support activities
• Provide guidance and quality oversight for systems, including reviews, audits, and support during inspections, ensuring timely follow-up actions
• Drive continuous improvement of validation processes by introducing automation, standardization, and enhanced visibility of compliance practices
• Support the integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, ensuring appropriate risk assessment, data integrity, and compliance approaches
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate regulatory requirements into practical, efficient, and scalable compliance solutions

We are looking for an IT Compliance Lead who is detail-oriented and collaborative to join us in our Digital Technology team, based in our Braine l'Alleud office in Belgium., * University degree or equivalent experience, ideally in information technology, life sciences, or a related field

• At least 5 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on digital technology quality and compliance activities
• Experience supporting patient safety or pharmacovigilance systems and processes in regulated environments is highly desirable
• Solid experience in computer system validation, audit support, and system lifecycle management
• Good understanding of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, automation, and cloud-based solutions, in regulated environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable solutions
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams
• Fluent in English. French is a plus

Are you ready to 'go beyond' to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science. Why work with us? At UCB, we don't just complete tasks, we create value. We aren't afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We 'go beyond' to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that's on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential. At UCB, we've embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office. UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.   You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply