Director Compliance Counsel

Regeneron is looking for a Director, Compliance Counsel to investigate compliance matters across a global organization to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and company policies.  This is a high-impact role at the intersection of law, ethics, and business - one for a seasoned attorney who is comfortable building relationships across the enterprise and identifying and addressing cross-border issues. This role will provide guidance to internal stakeholders and perform other compliance-related tasks, as needed, to support the company’s compliance program.  A successful attorney for this role will be able to work across the organization, assess risk, and provide a neutral and informed perspective.

This role is based at Regeneron's office in Sleepy Hollow, NY (4 days a week onsite) - we offer a comprehensive relocation package.

A typical day might include the following:

• Lead end-to-end compliance investigations from evaluating initial allegations to recommending remedial action to ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and company policies, across the U.S. and internationally.

• Respond to alleged violations of policies, procedures, and standards of Regeneron’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures.

• Liaise with other Compliance or Law Department functions both in the US and globally to ensure integrated support and timely updates.

• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on risks emanating from international laws, codes and regulations.

• Provide input into policies, procedures and guidance documents.

• Monitor and assess legislative and regulatory developments impacting Regeneron’s global operations.

This role might be for you if you:

• Have experience conducting internal, compliance, and/or government investigations.

• Possess high level of influencing skills and ability to inspire change as it relates to implementing remedial actions.

• Have the ability to effectively deliver sound and clear Compliance advice in a business setting.

• Have in-depth knowledge of anti-kickback and anti-bribery prohibitions as they apply to pharmaceutical sales, off-label/inappropriate promotion issues, Open Payments Act reporting obligations, and other primary laws governing key pharmaceutical compliance areas.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have a JD with 8+ years of validated experience, with at least two years working in or with pharmaceutical companies on healthcare compliance related activities. Licensed to practice law in New York or eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all  qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate.  The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits.  Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.  If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter. 

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

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