Senior Director, Legal and Compliance Operations

Position Responsibilities

• Partner with Compliance and Legal team members to maintain and enhance infrastructure that supports a culture of compliance and shared accountability across the organization.
• Project management tied to legal and compliance operational excellence with sub-functions - creating metrics /key performance indicators/dashboards, etc.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify policy and guidance needs; develop and refine policies, procedures, and supporting documentation to ensure clarity and usability.
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of risk-based compliance training programs tailored to functional audiences.
• Support the annual compliance risk assessment process, including data gathering, analysis, and identification of areas for program enhancement.
• Provide practical compliance guidance to business stakeholders and support the integration of compliance controls into existing business processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including documentation, tracking, and reporting of compliance activities and program effectiveness.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidance, including federal and state pricing regulations, privacy laws, OIG and DOJ guidance, the PhRMA Code, and state marketing compliance requirements.
• Lead and execute high-impact legal and compliance projects and cross-functional initiatives as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer or Global Compliance Officer.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (JD, MBA, or Master’s) strongly preferred.

Experience & Qualifications

• 12–15+ years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical or biotech compliance, legal, or related functions.
• Demonstrated success in implementing policy governance frameworks and compliance training programs.
• Strong leadership capability, organizational awareness, sound judgment, and business acumen, with the ability to make informed decisions in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while maintaining a focus on quality, ethics, and collaboration.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry guidance relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and risk assessment capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex and confidential initiatives simultaneously.

Key Competencies

• Execution and Operational Excellence
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Risk-Based Decision Making
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Communication and Influence
• Integrity and Ethical Leadership