A Patient-Centric Approach to Ethical Innovation

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company is seeking a Data Privacy Lead to bolster its Global Ethics & Compliance (E&C) team in Japan. This role is crucial for ensuring the ethical and compliant use of data and digital technologies, aligning with Takeda’s core values and commitment to patients.Takeda emphasizes its unwavering dedication: “Takeda is unwavering in our commitment to patients. With the patient at the center of everything we do, we continue to innovate and drive changes that will better their lives.”

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of Japanese data privacy regulations and a passion for fostering a culture of ethical innovation. This position, embedded within the Japan Pharma Business Unit (JPBU) and Japan Oncology Business Unit (JOBU), serves as a Center of Excellence for data privacy matters across Takeda Japan, including TPC Japan.

Responsibilities and Key Contributions

The Data Privacy Lead will collaborate with various E&C teams and stakeholders to integrate ethics and compliance into Takeda’s daily operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the advancement and implementation of the Global Digital Ethics & Compliance (DE&C) framework within JPBU/JOBU.
• Providing guidance on compliance requirements, policies, and risk methodology.
• ensuring the compliant and ethical use of innovative technologies, including artificial intelligence.
• Monitoring and analyzing local industry trends and assessing their potential impact on the institution.
• Conducting in-depth regulatory analysis within the Japan region.
• Creating and delivering training related to Digital E&C.
• handling data privacy issues as a Business Partner in JPBU/JOBU.
• Acting as a subject matter expert in crisis management and managing regulators’ expectations.
• Contributing to the Global E&C program development (Code of Conduct, Speak Up, Values initiatives, Policies and Procedures, etc.).
• Serving as the E&C Partner for JPBU Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T).

The role also involves a significant focus on data privacy, ensuring alignment with ethical innovation and Japanese laws and regulations. As stated in the job description, the Data Privacy Lead will “Ensure that Japanese laws and regulations are incorporated in the data privacy strategy for Takeda in japan.” This highlights the importance of local expertise in navigating the complex regulatory landscape.

Ideal Candidate Profile and Requirements

Takeda is seeking a candidate with a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of data privacy laws and regulations. The ideal candidate should also possess:

• Strong analytic skills and curiosity to pursue root causes and solve problems.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage matrix relationships.
• Bilingual in English and Japanese with strong reading, speaking, and writing skills.
• Good understanding and aspiration to utilize data analytics, numbers, and advanced technology.
• Strong understanding of internal rules and SOPs, and JPMA/FTC rules and Japan pharma regulations and also U.S. DOJ requirements.
• Strong understanding of laws, regulations, and rules related to data, , digital, technology, and privacy.

A Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Science, Data Analytics/Data Science/AI is required, while a Master’s degree and/or PhD could be beneficial. The candidate should have 5+ years of experience in the pharma or healthcare industry, ideally in Legal, E&C, audit, Sales, MA, R&D, or Data & Digital roles. A license/certification/qualification in data privacy is also essential.

takeda’s commitment to its values, known as Takeda-ism,is central to this role. these values – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Person – guide the company’s decisions and behaviors.As noted in the job description, “Takeda-ism is more then just a word. It’s a belief and a mindset which guides our decisions, behaviors, and interactions. It’s how we drive to work and live, every day.”

Compensation and Benefits

Takeda offers a thorough compensation and benefits package,including:

• Allowances: commutation,Housing,Overtime Work,etc.
• Salary Increase: Annually
• Bonus Payment: Twice a year
• Working Hours: Vary by location (Headquarters, Production Sites, Research Site)
• Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays (approx. 123 days per year)
• Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave,Special Paid Leave,Sick Leave,Family Support leave,Maternity Leave,Childcare Leave,Family Nursing Leave
• Flexible Work Styles: Flextime,Telework
• Benefits: Social Insurance,Retirement and Corporate Pension,Employee Stock Ownership Program,etc.