Senior Director, Compliance Counsel


USA
Permanent
$230,000 - $280,000 USD a year
In-House Legal
PR/615412_1792506901
Senior Director, Compliance Counsel

About the Company

Our client is a growing specialty pharmaceutical organization focused on delivering high-quality therapies that improve patient outcomes. With a strong commercial footprint and an expanding portfolio, the company is investing in compliance infrastructure to support continued growth and operational excellence. This is a unique opportunity to join a highly collaborative legal and compliance team and play a key role in shaping the compliance function across the organization.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a strategic compliance leader and trusted advisor to commercial and cross-functional business stakeholders.
  • Develop, implement, and enhance compliance policies, procedures, and training programs across the organization.
  • Provide guidance on healthcare laws and regulations, including interactions with healthcare professionals and commercial activities.
  • Lead compliance monitoring, risk assessments, investigations, and corrective action initiatives.
  • Partner closely with Legal, Commercial, Medical Affairs, and other business functions to foster a culture of ethics and compliance.

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) and active bar membership
  • 10+ years of compliance, legal, or regulatory experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry.
  • Strong understanding of healthcare compliance regulations, including fraud and abuse laws.
  • Experience supporting commercial organizations and building or scaling compliance programs.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Experience

  • Background supporting product launches, commercial growth initiatives, or expanding compliance programs.
  • Experience developing and delivering compliance training across sales and commercial teams.
  • Familiarity with monitoring, auditing, and compliance risk management practices.
  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
  • Proven track record of influencing business partners while balancing risk and business objectives.

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