Job Description
Why Join Us?
Vertex is a transformative biotechnology company that creates new possibilities in medicine to transform diseases and improve people's lives. The company currently has four approved drugs on the market that treat the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis. It has also developed a deep R&D pipeline, including candidates for pain, sickle cell disease, beta thalassemia, APOL-1 mediated kidney disease, and Type 1 diabetes.
Vertex is seeking an experienced Compliance professional to join its Office of Business Integrity & Ethics (OBIE) as a Compliance (OBIE) Business Partner for its Global Research function and Vertex Cell & Gene Therapies (VCGT). OBIE is responsible for the development, implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement of Vertex's Compliance program. This includes defining standards via policies and procedures, creating and implementing training and communications, conducting auditing and monitoring and other assurance activities, facilitating internal reporting, discretely and professionally conducting compliance-related investigations, and keeping the CEO, the Executive Committee, and the Board of Directors informed on compliance matters. OBIE serves as the go-to experts for Vertex employees and external stakeholders on issues relating to Vertex's Compliance program and Code of Conduct globally.
The Business Partner will provide dedicated support to business colleagues in the Global Research organization and VCGT to ensure effective implementation and understanding. This role supports and reports to the Senior Director, OBIE Business Partner and works closely with OBIE Global, North America, and International colleagues to implement and continuously improve our Compliance program.The Business Partner must have strong, demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical industry laws and regulations, including the US Anti-Kickback Statute and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and experience working for biotechnology/pharmaceutical companies on these issues. Additionally, the Business Partner will work collaboratively with colleagues in OBIE, Legal, and the business to drive a culture of ethics and integrity across Vertex's global organization.
If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, hands-on, and team-oriented environment where you can have a big impact on patients in need, their communities, and our organization, we'd love to speak with you!
Job Summary
Based in the US, serve as the point of contact for Global Research, including our San Diego and Oxford sites and VCGT.
Provide Compliance oversight, guidance, and direction for business colleagues and identify areas where compliance input and attention is required.
Maintain a high level of knowledge of current and emerging laws, regulations, codes, and recent enforcement actions across the US and inform and educate business colleagues with tailored communications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive fact- and risk-based decision making.
Help to establish standards and implement procedures to ensure the Compliance program is effective and efficient.
Develop and maintain strong relationships and collaborate frequently with Legal, Human Resources, Internal Audit, and colleagues in other functional areas both in and outside of the US.
Support continuous improvement of the Compliance program.
Qualifications, Professional Skills, and Preferred Experience
5-7 years of experience in healthcare compliance in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry.
Strong knowledge of laws, regulations, and codes relating to healthcare fraud and abuse and regulated pharmaceutical products, specifically anti-bribery/anti-corruption laws and pharmaceutical regulations and guidance.
Demonstrated commitment to compliance, ethics, and accountability.
Flexibility to work in a fast paced and dynamic work environment with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
Proficiency in MS Office (especially PowerPoint and Excel).
Experience at a global biotechnology or pharmaceutical company preferred.
Law degree or similar qualifications and experience preferred, but not required
Personal Attributes
Consummate team player with excellent judgment and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate, present, and train effectively with all levels of management and employees.
Demonstrated experience taking ownership of issues and providing timely, practical, and actionable guidance.
Strong oral and written communication and influencing skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally proactively and pragmatically.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Self-starter with demonstrated leadership skills and ability to meet goals; able to exercise sound judgment in balancing risks in ambiguous and complex situations and escalating matters appropriately.
Demonstrated superior ability to identify areas for improvement in controls, systems, and processes and implement effective solutions.
Ability to work with large amounts of data to analyze information while still seeing the "big picture."
Confidence and professionalism to handle difficult conversations and discretion on sensitive matters.
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Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Please note that Vertex requires COVID-19 vaccination for all employees working in the U.S. as a condition of employment at Vertex, subject to medical, religious or other accommodations or exemptions required by law. We believe this requirement is vital to keeping everyone at Vertex and in our communities safe. This requirement applies to both existing and new employees who may at any time work on-site at a Vertex facility or visit another location on behalf of Vertex (e.g., conferences, customer visits, etc.), including all remote employees. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.
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