Associate Director Compliance Business Partner Pain Field Force West (Remote)

Role Summary

Associate Director Compliance Business Partner Pain Field Force West (Remote) responsible for advising the US Pain Field Force West Region on initiatives that advance company strategy while identifying and mitigating risk and protecting integrity and reputation. Serves as the Compliance representative on cross-functional teams, supports new product planning and launches, and leads project-based activities. Collaborates with Training and Communications on trainings and regular communications on Compliance policies and procedures. Supports auditing and monitoring activities and maintains knowledge of current laws, regulations, and enforcement actions.

Responsibilities

• Based in the US as a remote role, advise the US Pain Field Force West Region on initiatives in a way that advances the company‚Äôs strategy while identifying and mitigating risk and protecting the company‚Äôs integrity and reputation.
• Provide timely, practical, and effective oversight, guidance, and direction for business colleagues and identify areas where Compliance input and attention are required.
• Serve as the Compliance representative on cross-functional teams, providing strategic and tactical guidance and advice on projects and initiatives to drive fact- and risk-based decision making.
• Conduct field rides with sales representatives and field leadership to ensure compliant tactical execution and provide coaching and training as necessary.
• Collaborate with the OBIE Training and Communications team on substantive trainings and regular communications on Compliance policies, procedures, and areas of risk.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge of current and emerging laws, regulations, codes, and recent enforcement actions across the US and inform and educate business colleagues with tailored communications and trainings.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships and collaborate frequently with Legal, Human Resources, Internal Audit, and colleagues in other functional areas both in and outside of the US.
• Help to establish standards and implement procedures to ensure the Compliance program is effective and efficient.
• Support continuous improvement of the Global Compliance program.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years Compliance business partnering experience providing advice in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry, including in-house at a global biotechnology or pharmaceutical company or a combination of external and in-house experience.
• Advanced knowledge of statutes, regulations, and guidance documents applicable to Field Force activities, including the FD&C Act, FDA regulations and guidance, federal and state anti-kickback statutes, OIG guidance documents and advisory opinions, the False Claims Act, and the PhRMA Code; extensive experience providing counsel on these topics.
• Demonstrated commitment to Compliance, ethics, and accountability.
• Outstanding ability to effectively communicate sound advice coupled with a strong understanding of business needs.
• Flexibility to work in a fast paced and dynamic work environment with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to travel on an as-needed basis.
• Law degree preferred but not required.
• High level of proficiency in MS Office (especially PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).

Skills

• Strong communication, coaching, and training capabilities.
• Cross-functional collaboration and relationship building with Legal, HR, Internal Audit, and other functions.
• Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to provide practical, timely, and actionable guidance; effective in risk-based decision making.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive matters.

Education

• Law degree preferred but not required.

Additional Requirements

• Travel as needed.