Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer - Americas

Job Description
The Legal Counsel &
Compliance Officer, Americas will lead the compliance function in the Americas, driving healthcare compliance as well as employment and related compliance activities and will provide legal support across the Sirtex business globally. The position reports to the General Counsel &
Chief Compliance Officer and is based in Sirtex’s headquarters in Woburn, MA. Working directly with senior executives and the General Counsel, the successful candidate will provide the highest level of legal and compliance support for issues and concerns within the organization, in a practical, coordinated, and effective manner, in alignment with company and external requirements.
The Legal Counsel &
Compliance Officer, Americas will work closely with the business, participating in leadership team meetings and providing legal support for both the daily business operations and strategic initiatives. The position will provide leadership and guidance to the company with respect to compliance related matters in the Americas. The Legal Counsel &
Compliance Officer, Americas will also manage legal issues across a wide spectrum of areas, including product management, business development, acquisitions, human resources, and litigation. The position is expected to manage complex legal issues with detailed analysis of the situation and assessment of the legal risks, and manage outside counsel as appropriate. The individual is expected to exercise judgment and demonstrate the highest integrity in obtaining results, drafting and negotiating agreements, and generally providing legal advice.
The Legal Counsel &
Compliance Officer, Americas will develop a good understanding of the company’s business and possess the ability to evaluate and balance both legal and business factors when providing advice, and develop the team to ensure the efficient operation of the function and improve understanding of the compliance requirements across the organization.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the compliance function in the Americas, driving healthcare compliance as well as employment and related compliance activities.
Ensure compliance with privacy requirements in the Americas, including HIPAA and other privacy laws.
Develop and implement programs for compliance risk areas, including promotional activities, HCP interactions, anti-kickback, Stark law, Sunshine laws and bribery &
corruption laws.
Implement compliance training and monitoring prcedures to ensure adherence to policies and applicable laws and regulations.
Manage employment law issues for the Americas and provide leadership and support to HR function and the company.
Represent the legal department as a practical, business-minded advisor for individuals across the company, including senior executives.
Negotiate and draft strategic agreements.
Manage legal aspects of acquisitions and integrations of additional businesses and products for the company.
Develop and maintain expert knowledge of evolving and existing requirements and regulations around compliance risks, and provide direction on anticipated, future requirements.
Provide clear and concise communications regarding compliance requirements and expectations to drive consistency across global sites.
Manage outside counsel where needed for specific intellectual property, regulatory, HR, and commercial matters.
Where necessary, assist with the execution of standard agreements.
Provide legal support generally on day-to-day issues facing the business.