Chief Compliance Officer

Disability Solutions - Libertyville, IL

Full-time - Senior

Libertyville, IL

About the position

The Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) at Hollister is responsible for leading the Global Compliance Program, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations applicable to the medical device and healthcare service sectors. This role involves developing and implementing compliance processes, providing guidance to global business units, and managing a team of compliance professionals. The CCO will work closely with various stakeholders to identify compliance risks and enhance the compliance program, while also serving as a subject matter expert on legal and compliance developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead Hollister's Global Compliance Program and provide proactive compliance guidance to global business units.
• Develop, refine, implement, and drive processes, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain an ongoing monitoring program to measure the effectiveness of the compliance program.
• Provide training, guidance, and support on ethics and compliance issues to U.S. and regional business units.
• Ensure the Global Compliance Program satisfies the elements of an effective compliance program.
• Conduct due diligence, education, and monitoring of third-party intermediaries for compliance understanding.
• Identify compliance risks and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance the compliance program.
• Lead and assist in the investigation of noncompliance allegations and develop corrective action plans.
• Manage and develop a high-performing team of compliance professionals.
• Stay updated on legal and compliance developments and serve as a subject matter expert.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of relevant experience leading the compliance function for a global healthcare company.
• Experience practicing healthcare law in both a law firm and a corporation is a plus.
• A JD from a leading law school with proven academic success, or equivalent healthcare compliance experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in auditing or monitoring compliance processes and controls.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills, especially with non-U.S. stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership talent and ability to motivate employees at all levels.
• License to practice law and in good standing under the Bar of any state that enables admission to practice as in-house counsel in Illinois.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off programs
• Peer-to-peer recognition
• Health and life insurance
• Wellness programs and incentives
• Generous retirement savings
• Employee Share Ownership Program (BESOP)