Key Facts

Remote From:

Portugal

Freelance

Mid-level (2-5 years)

Spanish, English, Portuguese

Hard Skills

Pharmacovigilance Drug Quality And Security Act Quality Assessment Stakeholder Engagement

Other Skills

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Quality Control
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Communication
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Teamwork
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Time Management

Roles & Responsibilities

Minimum 2 years of Pharmacovigilance experience, with specific LPPV experience strongly preferred
Previous work as LPPV or in a similar local PV role in Portugal
Demonstrated experience interacting directly with the Portuguese NCA (e.g., safety requests, inspections, audits)
Fluency in Portuguese, Spanish, and English; resident in Portugal

Requirements:

Acting as Local Person for Pharmacovigilance (LPPV) for Portugal
Monitoring National Competent Authority (NCA) websites, local literature, and safety mailboxes for regulatory and safety updates
Managing and responding to safety requests from the Portuguese NCA in a timely manner
Supporting or hosting inspections and audits in the capacity of LPPV

Job description

This is a remote position.

At Arriello, we provide Pharmacovigilance, Quality & Compliance, and Regulatory Affairs services to global pharmaceutical and life sciences companies, helping them meet regulatory requirements and protect patient safety.

We are a growing business with a collaborative culture focused on high‑quality delivery, continuous improvement, and giving people the space to do their best work.

Our values guide how we work:

Inclusive – We value fairness, respect, and learning from one another
Dedicated – We deliver practical, client‑focused solutions
Innovative – We work together to find better ways forward
Passionate – We build strong relationships and care about the quality of what we do

Location: Portugal (Must Speak fluent Portugese and Spanish)

Contract Type: Contractor

Hours: 10 hours per month

Arriello, is seeking an experienced Local Person for Pharmacovigilance (LPPV) in Portugal with professional knowledge of Spanish to support our growing Pharmacovigilance team on a contractor basis. This is a part‑time role requiring approximately five hours of work per month and is ideal for an experienced PV professional who wishes to provide expert oversight within a flexible arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

Acting as Local Person for Pharmacovigilance (LPPV) for Portugal.
Monitoring National Competent Authority (NCA) websites, local literature, and safety mailboxes for regulatory and safety updates.
Managing and responding to safety requests from the Portuguese NCA in a timely manner.
Supporting or hosting inspections and audits in the capacity of LPPV.
Ensuring local PV compliance in line with Portugese regulations and company procedures.
Maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of local PV legislation and guidelines.

Requirements

Required Experience and Skills

Minimum 2 years of Pharmacovigilance experience, with specific LPPV experience strongly preferred.
Previous work as LPPV or in a similar local PV role in Portugal.
Demonstrated experience interacting directly with the Portuguese NCA (e.g., safety requests, inspections, audits).
Experience monitoring NCA sources, local literature, or local safety mailboxes.
Formal training in local Pharmacovigilance legislation and guidelines.
Experience supporting or hosting inspections or audits as LPPV.
Fluency in Portugese, Spanish and strong English skills.
Must be resident in Portugal.

Benefits

Flexible monthly commitment of approximately ten hours, allowing you to balance other professional responsibilities.
Opportunity to work with an established global Pharmacovigilance provider with a strong reputation for quality and compliance.
Collaboration with an experienced international PV team and access to knowledgeable colleagues across multiple markets.
Clear processes, professional support, and efficient communication to ensure your LPPV responsibilities run smoothly.
The chance to contribute your local expertise to a wider global safety framework, while maintaining independence as a contractor.
Long‑term cooperation potential based on performance and business needs.

Arriello is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where all individuals are valued and treated with dignity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In line with our commitment, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require any accommodation, please contact us at recruitment@arriello.com .