Director, Compliance

Larson Maddox; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client seeks a Director, Compliance Counsel to lead the healthcare compliance program within its Legal & Compliance team. Reporting to the GC/CCO, this role shapes compliance for an expanding commercial footprint.

The ideal candidate has a JD and 8+ years in healthcare compliance, with deep knowledge of AKS, FCA, Open Payments, and promotional compliance. Strong cross-functional leadership and training skills are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active bar membership in at least one U.S. state.
• 8+ years of healthcare compliance experience in pharma/biotech/medical device.
• Strong knowledge of AKS, FCA, Sunshine/Open Payments, and promotional compliance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with General Counsel to build and enhance the healthcare compliance program.
• Advise on healthcare compliance matters including AKS, FCA, HCP interactions, Sunshine/Open Payments, and promotional compliance.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for a growing commercial sales organization.
• Serve as a key compliance stakeholder in the MLR review process.
• Support monitoring, investigations, policy development, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with leadership to foster a culture of ethics and compliance.

Skills

Healthcare compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Training program development

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Our client is a growing specialty pharmaceutical company seeking a Director, Compliance Counsel to join its Legal & Compliance team. Reporting directly to the General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer, this individual will play a key role in building and enhancing the company's healthcare compliance program as the organization expands its commercial footprint.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Counsel to build and enhance the company's healthcare compliance program
• Advise on healthcare compliance matters including AKS, FCA, HCP interactions, Sunshine/Open Payments, and promotional compliance
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for a growing commercial sales organization
• Serve as a key compliance stakeholder in the Medical, Legal & Regulatory (MLR) review process
• Support compliance monitoring, investigations, policy development, and risk assessments
• Collaborate with commercial and executive leadership to drive a culture of ethics, compliance, and business partnership

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
• 8+ years of healthcare compliance experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry
• Strong knowledge of AKS, FCA, Sunshine/Open Payments, and broader commercial healthcare compliance issues
• Experience supporting commercial organizations and training pharmaceutical sales teams
• Prior MLR committee participation and promotional review experience
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and operate independently in a fast-paced environment