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Director of Global Compliance - $2b publicly traded Medical Device Company
Sep 18
Location: Midwest, Categories: Administrative
Position Description
Our client is a leading, global manufacturer and distributor of non-acute healthcare products to identify candidates. They are a profitable, Midwest company that is publicly traded with sales of approximately $2.0 billion.
The Director of Global Compliance will report to the President and Chief Operating Officer of the company. In collaboration with the General Counsel, Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President of Human Resources, and the Internal Audit function, he/she will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a global compliance program with respect to the company’s various policies and procedures. The responsibilities will be global in scope and include a significant emphasis on communicating and providing training for all employees regarding compliance matters.
The ideal candidate for this position will have at least eight years of relevant compliance experience, preferably in a medical device or pharmaceutical company. Law firm experience, if coupled with industry experience, is desirable. A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited US university is preferred with active admission in good standing to any US state bar. Depending on background and experience, a bachelor’s and/or post-graduate degree in business, accounting, finance, health care management or other related field may be appropriate.
The candidate should be knowledgeable and conversant across a broad range of compliance issues facing a large, global, publicly traded company. Experience with the interpretation and application of laws, rules, and regulations of the type that impact a company in the health care industry, such as HIPPAA, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Laws, etc., is very desirable. On a personal level, we are looking for a business-focused individual who will advance the agenda of compliance within the company while respecting the need for balance with compliance policies and priorities and the needs of the business.
This is an opportunity to join an industry-leading company known for its innovative, entrepreneurial approach and strong financial performance over the long haul. This is a highly visible position with frequent, direct access to the highest levels of management as well as the board of directors of the company.
