Compliance Coordinator

Abbott; Taplow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare leader is seeking a Compliance Coordinator in Taplow, UK. In this role, you'll ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards, oversee business transactions, and identify compliance risks. You will assist in developing training programs and utilize data analysis tools to monitor trends. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Finance, experience in compliance coordination, and knowledge of vendor management processes. Join a company recognized for its commitment to employee diversity and career development.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Recognized as a great place to work

Diversity-focused workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance coordination or procurement support.
• Knowledge of vendor management and financial documentation standards.
• Experience in medical device or life sciences industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Abbott policies and industry standards.
• Analyze business transactions for risk management.
• Facilitate training programs on compliance procedures.

Skills

Compliance coordination

Data analysis

Risk management

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Microsoft Office including Excel

Job description

As a Compliance Coordinator you play a key role in supporting business integrity and operational compliance by ensuring that supplier data, invoice validation processes, and vendor-related activities adhere to internal policies and regulatory standards. The role serves as a liaison between internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Market Access, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Finance) and supports key compliance processes through documentation, validation, and system coordination. This position supports the commercial business in Europe based in Abbott House, Maidenhead.

Responsibilities

• Compliance Oversight: Analyze diverse business transactions to ensure adherence to Abbott policies and industry standards. Provide expert guidance on compliance matters and support management in mitigating risks.
• Risk Management & Advisory: Proactively identify, assess, and address potential compliance risks across multiple business areas. Recommend and facilitate corrective actions to maintain operational integrity.
• Policy Execution & Training: Assist OEC leadership in developing compliance execution plans. Deliver training programs on OEC policies and procedures, ensuring completion tracking and understanding across teams.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilize data analysis tools and problem-solving techniques to monitor compliance trends, prioritize risk assessments, and develop actionable insights. Maintain compliance metrics and coordinate remediation plans.
• Vendor Master Data Management: Manage supplier onboarding and updates by routing approvals, processing Vendor Create and Change Forms, and ensuring data accuracy in alignment with procurement policies.
• Invoice Validation & Controls: Perform daily invoice validations to confirm proper approvals and documentation. Identify discrepancies, resolve compliance issues, and lead weekly coordination meetings with Procurement and Accounts Payable to ensure timely resolution.
• Policy Adherence & Audit Support: Ensure strict adherence to internal controls and SOPs related to procurement and finance. Prepare documentation for internal and external audits and assist in fulfilling auditor requests.
• Process Improvement: Continuously identify gaps or inefficiencies in supplier and invoice management processes. Recommend and implement improvements to enhance compliance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field.
• Experience in compliance coordination, procurement support, finance operations, or audit roles with exposure to business functions such as compliance, legal, regulatory affairs, governmental affairs, and finance.
• Knowledge of vendor management and financial documentation standards.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and invoice processing tools (e.g., Esker) is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Excel file management, PowerPoint presentations.
• Experience working in medical device or life sciences industry is a strong plus.

Benefits

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.