Director, Global EHS

Job title:

Director, Global EHS

Company

Orion Pharma

Job description

Job Description:About your roleWe are looking for an experienced Director of Global EHS to lead Orion’s global EHS strategy. This strategic leadership role drives global EHS strategy creation, goal setting, performance and ensures that global EHS objectives align with Orion’s strategic goals. Additionally, the Director ensures Global EHS strategy execution and compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations worldwide. The Director manages a matrix team of EHS professionals in Orion worldwide, fostering a collaborative environment with all stakeholders e.g. Sustainability, HR, Occupational Health Care.Location: Preferably Finland, other locations possibleYour key responsibilities

• Define and lead the global EHS strategy, ensuring integration with Orion’s overall business objectives and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Ensure effective EHS strategy execution across the organization together with the relevant stakeholders to foster cross-functional co-operation.
• Oversee a matrix team of environmental and safety experts, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on evolving global sustainability and EHS legislation and ensure best practices across all regions.
• Lead strategic compliance planning and ensure accurate, timely global EHS reporting, aligning with regulatory requirements and assessing the impact on Orion’s operations.
• Serve as the primary EHS point of contact for external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and industry groups.

You will report to EVP, Global Operations.What we offerAt Orion, your work creates true impact and well-being for our customers, patients and society at large. ​ ​Our culture of friendliness, respect, mutual appreciation and diversity creates a safe working environment where you can strive for excellence. We offer a wealth of career paths and development opportunities that support the development of innovative solutions and improving the quality of life.Please visit our website to find further information about our values and Orion as an employer .Our expectations

• Master’s degree preferably in EHS related discipline.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in global EHS roles, including strategic oversight across multiple continents, regulatory environments, and functional areas – ideally within the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector.
• Recognized authority on international EHS regulations, risk management frameworks, and sustainability-linked compliance standards.
• Track record of executive-level leadership in complex matrix organizations and demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing global matrix teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to translate EHS insights into business-relevant outcomes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships and drive collaborative teamwork.

How to apply and additional informationAre you interested in this opportunity? Please submit your application at the latest on August 6, 2025.Should you have any questions, please contact Juhani Kankaanpää, EVP, Global Operations, +358 50 966 4571 on 4.8.2025 between 10:00-12:00.Approved medical examination which also includes drug testing is required prior to the employment. We will also carry out a security clearance prior to the employment for the selected person.Unit descriptionOrion’s Global Operations covers the entire pharmaceutical manufacturing process, from sourcing of raw materials to the manufacture of products, packaging and delivery to customers. We are also responsible for the industrialization of new products and product life cycle management.In Global Operations we have approximately 1,600 professionals working in Production, our external supplier network (Externally Sourced Operations) and Fermion Oy (API manufacturing and marketing). In addition, the organization includes Supply Chain & Procurement, Technical Operations, Facility Management, EHS (Environment, Health and Safety), CPD&LCM (Commercial Product Development & Product lifecycle management) and Operations Development.#LI-ORIONAbout Us:Orion is a globally operating Finnish pharmaceutical company – a builder of well-being for over a hundred years.Orion provides meaningful work for more than 3 600 Orionees in Finland and abroad. Orion is known as a responsible and reliable employer where we value each other, strive for the best and build for tomorrow.We develop, manufacture and market human and veterinary pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Orion has an extensive portfolio of proprietary and generic medicines and consumer health products. The core therapy areas of our pharmaceutical R&D are oncology and pain. Proprietary products developed by Orion are used to treat cancer, neurological diseases and respiratory diseases, among others.

Expected salary

Location

Suomi

Job date

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 22:26:45 GMT

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