Director – Document Governance and Preservation

Posted on 9/20/2023

INACTIVE

201-500 employees

Develops therapies for central nervous system disorders

Company Overview

Cerevel Therapeutics stands out as a leading biopharmaceutical company with a concentrated focus on developing therapies for central nervous system disorders, a field that impacts hundreds of millions globally. Their competitive edge lies in their robust portfolio of experimental neuroscience therapies, including three clinical-stage compounds and several pre-clinical compounds, targeting a wide range of disorders such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and epilepsy. The company's culture is driven by a commitment to understanding neurocircuitry deficits, which fuels their research and development efforts towards addressing these underserved areas and communities.

Biotechnology

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.4B

Founded

2018

Headquarters

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 5%

1 year growth

↑ 14%

2 year growth

↑ 91%

Locations

Remote

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Management

PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

Communications

CategoriesNew

Product

Requirements

Direct experience with RGP practices, procedures, and regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry
Thorough knowledge of the field of records and information governance and preservation
Strong ability to grasp complex issues quickly, exhibit strong analytical problem solving and decision-making skills, exercise sound judgement, and provide practical and constructive advice
Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical R&D business; ability to partner with the business functions to enable high quality outcomes
Strong project management, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to effectively motivate and manage cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to lead and influence effectively
Minimum of 5 years of managerial and supervisory experience
Strong computer skills with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Minimum 15 years records management experience, with direct experience in the pharmaceutical industry
Ability to travel as needed to support quality and inspection activities
B.S/B.A degree in Business, Library/Information Science, or related field, or related experience and/or training

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and critical input into the strategic direction of the global Records Governance and Preservation program, determining scope, goals, and objectives, identifying risks, and establishing support from key stakeholders and decision-makers
Manage the overall RGP strategy keeping abreast of legal and regulatory requirements, technology capabilities, and changing company needs. Keep senior management and functional teams apprised of updates and changes in RGP regulatory developments affecting the pharmaceutical industry
Implement strategic goals and objectives for managing and maintaining integrated, cost-effective records systems and processes, inclusive of reports and metrics to gauge success
Implement an effective procedural framework and processes for information and record management
Support functional teams in ensuring records and information are controlled and managed in a compliant manner throughout their lifecycle, inclusive of storage and preservation (archiving)
Collaborate with the head of each functional team to ensure indexing, controls, retrieval, and storage of documents, data, and information meet the operational needs of the business
Ensure sensitive and protected information is handled and stored appropriately
Direct the schedule for retention and destruction of both paper and electronic documents in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with functional teams to develop a communication strategy to ensure awareness and integration of compliant RGP practices
Develop and implement programs and training modules to ensure that all personnel are aware of and appropriately trained
Develop strategies to raise awareness of the RGP function as a key business resource, establishing credibility with key stakeholders and senior managers
Partner with Information Technology (IT) to identify and implement technology solutions and methods to manage records and information, including long term preservation (e.g., digital archival) that are consistent with Cerevel policy, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
Oversee RGP systems, tools, and technologies to promote process efficiency for the end user and operational excellence. Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with the Legal Department to ensure information and record lifecycle management is consistent with Legal Hold requirements
Partner with Compliance and the Legal Department on issues related to ethics, compliance, privacy, HR, and legal issues related to records and information governance
Manage RGP staff and establish a network of liaisons/champions within the functional areas
Manage vendor relationships and services for off-site storage vendors
Represent Cerevel in external industry groups, forums, conferences, and/or professional associations related to RGP
Lead and/or participate in projects and/or departmental initiatives or other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications

One or more industry related designations and/or certifications such as Certified Records Manager (CRM), AIIM ERM and ECM specialist/Practitioner, AIIM Certified Information Professional (CIP), ARMA Information Governance Professional (IGP)
Excellent judgment and interpersonal skills, consensus and relationship building
Desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Team player; experienced in developing talent
A high degree of autonomy; takes accountability for work
Very organized and efficient; delivers high-quality work

Company Overview

Cerevel Therapeutics is dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of the brain to treat neuroscience diseases. We are tackling neuroscience diseases with a differentiated approach that combines expertise in neurocircuitry with a focus on receptor selectivity. Our portfolio of pre-commercial neuroscience assets targets a broad range of central nervous system (CNS) disorders, including schizophrenia, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease and substance use disorder.

Headquartered in the Greater Boston area, we are bold thinkers, deep experts, resilient pathfinders, and transparent partners who push the boundaries of scientific understanding to unlock breakthrough CNS therapies that have real impact on people’s lives.

Cerevel aspires to develop and nurture a culture characterized by trust, respect, courage, curiosity, and compassion, with a relentless focus on mission and results. Our patient-centricity guides our purpose, how we treat each other and what we work on every day. The successful candidate will bring their own unique thinking and approach to Cerevel while sharing our core values and convictions.

Role Summary:

The Director, Records Governance & Preservation (RGP) is responsible for developing and overseeing the execution of the RGP strategy and providing a full range of support for all matters related to RGP such as developing the procedural framework, supporting functional teams in ensuring records and information are controlled and managed in a compliant manner, identifying, and implementing technology solutions, and managing vendor relationships.

This role will take on immediate management of records and information governance and will guide the organization on implementation of compliant management and preservation processes.

The Director, Records Governance & Preservation serves as a thought leader and person of authority on the global information and records management strategy for the organization and educates stakeholders on policies, principles, and procedures. This role works closely and collaborates with other functional teams, the Legal Department, Compliance, and Information Technology, and reports to the Sr. Director, Global Quality Management.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and critical input into the strategic direction of the global Records Governance and Preservation program, determining scope, goals, and objectives, identifying risks, and establishing support from key stakeholders and decision-makers
Manage the overall RGP strategy keeping abreast of legal and regulatory requirements, technology capabilities, and changing company needs. Keep senior management and functional teams apprised of updates and changes in RGP regulatory developments affecting the pharmaceutical industry
Implement strategic goals and objectives for managing and maintaining integrated, cost-effective records systems and processes, inclusive of reports and metrics to gauge success
Implement an effective procedural framework and processes for information and record management
Support functional teams in ensuring records and information are controlled and managed in a compliant manner throughout their lifecycle, inclusive of storage and preservation (archiving)
Collaborate with the head of each functional team to ensure indexing, controls, retrieval, and storage of documents, data, and information meet the operational needs of the business
Ensure sensitive and protected information is handled and stored appropriately
Direct the schedule for retention and destruction of both paper and electronic documents in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with functional teams to develop a communication strategy to ensure awareness and integration of compliant RGP practices
Develop and implement programs and training modules to ensure that all personnel are aware of and appropriately trained
Develop strategies to raise awareness of the RGP function as a key business resource, establishing credibility with key stakeholders and senior managers
Partner with Information Technology (IT) to identify and implement technology solutions and methods to manage records and information, including long term preservation (e.g., digital archival) that are consistent with Cerevel policy, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
Oversee RGP systems, tools, and technologies to promote process efficiency for the end user and operational excellence. Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with the Legal Department to ensure information and record lifecycle management is consistent with Legal Hold requirements
Partner with Compliance and the Legal Department on issues related to ethics, compliance, privacy, HR, and legal issues related to records and information governance
Manage RGP staff and establish a network of liaisons/champions within the functional areas
Manage vendor relationships and services for off-site storage vendors
Represent Cerevel in external industry groups, forums, conferences, and/or professional associations related to RGP
Lead and/or participate in projects and/or departmental initiatives or other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Direct experience with RGP practices, procedures, and regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry
Thorough knowledge of the field of records and information governance and preservation
Strong ability to grasp complex issues quickly, exhibit strong analytical problem solving and decision-making skills, exercise sound judgement, and provide practical and constructive advice
Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical R&D business; ability to partner with the business functions to enable high quality outcomes
Strong project management, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to effectively motivate and manage cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to lead and influence effectively
Minimum of 5 years of managerial and supervisory experience
Strong computer skills with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Minimum 15 years records management experience, with direct experience in the pharmaceutical industry
Ability to travel as needed to support quality and inspection activities

Desired Qualifications

One or more industry related designations and/or certifications such as Certified Records Manager (CRM), AIIM ERM and ECM specialist/Practitioner, AIIM Certified Information Professional (CIP), ARMA Information Governance Professional (IGP)
Excellent judgment and interpersonal skills, consensus and relationship building
Desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Team player; experienced in developing talent
A high degree of autonomy; takes accountability for work
Very organized and efficient; delivers high-quality work

Education

B.S/B.A degree in Business, Library/Information Science, or related field, or related experience and/or training

Cerevel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.