Ethics and Compliance, Every Day

Alexion’s Corporate Compliance Committee is co-chaired by Indrani Franchini, Chief Compliance Officer, and Brian Goff, Chief Commercial & Global Operations Officer. Ms. Franchini reports to Ludwig Hantson, Chief Executive Officer of Alexion, is a member of the Executive Committee and has direct access to the Board of Directors.

Alexion’s Code of Ethics and Business Conduct is just one part of our overall program to assure that employees worldwide follow the appropriate standards and comply with all legal requirements that affect the manner in which Alexion operates, including industry guidelines, laws, regulations, and guidance in each country where we do business. Alexion communicates policies and procedures via live training activities and our intranet.

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Alexion educates and trains employees and agents at live training sessions, web-facilitated trainings, and via online resources and training programs. The training materials cover the laws and regulations that affect the way Alexion conducts business and is customized (and periodically updated) to meet specific regional requirements.

As part of our commitment to behaving ethically, Alexion requires employees to report any potential violations of law, regulation or company policies so they can be appropriately addressed. We strive to create an environment where employees feel comfortable asking questions about and/or reporting potentially problematic behavior, without fear of retaliation. Alexion employees, as well as business partners, customers, and members of the public, may ask questions and/or report concerns about any potential misconduct or unethical behavior by Alexion or affiliated parties using any of the methods listed at www.AZEthics.com, or by contacting any member of the Compliance, Legal, or Human Experience teams.  

Internal monitoring and auditing are integral parts of Alexion’s comprehensive Compliance Program. Effective monitoring and auditing can detect and prevent deviations that can potentially prompt compliance concerns. Alexion’s Compliance and Internal Audit functions conduct a variety of monitoring activities in an effort to detect and respond to potential issues of non-compliance. In accordance with the OIG Guidance, our compliance monitoring and auditing program will be modified as necessary in response to new regulatory requirements, changes in business practices, and other considerations.

Our Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and company policies educate employees and agents about Alexion’s commitment to compliance. It is the responsibility of every employee to read, understand and follow these guidance materials. Alexion advises employees that failure to adhere to our ethical and legal standards may have disciplinary consequences, up to and including termination of employment. When the outcome of an investigation shows that discipline is warranted, appropriate action is taken.

Alexion’s Compliance Program supports prompt response and corrective action for detected problems as appropriate under the circumstances. Regardless of how a potential compliance concern is raised, it will be carefully reviewed, thoroughly and thoughtfully investigated in a timely manner, and appropriately resolved.