Assistant General Counsel - Compliance
Industry Title
/Category: General Counsel
Job ID: 2012-5399
Career Level: experienced
Location/Division: Corporate/Murray Hill
Relocation: No
Posted Date: 1/9/2012
Close Date: ..
C. R. Bard, Inc. (NYSE: BCR)is a leading multinational developer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative, life-enhancing medical technologies in the fields of vascular, urology, oncology and surgical specialty products, employing over 11,000 people in over 25 countries around the world. Founded more than 100 years ago, we pioneered many devices that are now the cornerstones of modern healthcare.
We expect the highest levels of quality, integrity, service, and innovation from our employees – on the job and in the communities in which we work and live. In return, we foster an environment where individuals are treated with fairness and respect, and feel valued, acknowledged and rewarded.
Be Your Best at Bard – and ultimately, you can have an impact on the lives of people around the world.
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Essential Job Functions:
performed in coordination with Assistant General Counsels with responsibility for other business units:
* Participating in the continued development and implementation of Bard’s Compliance Program
* Monitoring compliance trends and sharing best practices
* Providing advice, on an on-going basis, to business personnel on compliance matters in connection with the day-to-day operation of the company’s business
* Developing, implementing and presenting division and function-specific training programs (including developing training content internally, working with third-party vendors, and presenting and implementing training programs)
* Developing and implementing auditing and monitoring programs to evaluate the company’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies (includes working with third-party vendors as needed to develop such programs)
* Drafting company policies
* Participating in and managing investigations (including oversight of outside counsel, if required), and preparing investigation reports
* Supporting maintenance of database of compliance-related investigations
* Reviewing education and research grant proposals, charitable contributions and sponsorships
* Reviewing corporate copy and advertising copy
Basic Qualifications:
• Graduate degree, MBA or Law degree strongly preferred
• 5+ years legal/compliance background in healthcare compliance, preferably within medical division or pharma company
• Proven record of accomplishment in the areas of compliance policies, training, auditing, monitoring and investigations
Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge:
* Ability to work effectively with business personnel at all levels
* Ability to work independently, but also accept direction from Chief Compliance Officer, and/or Associate General Counsel
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate easily with all levels within the organization
* Collegial style, team player
* Excellent oral and written communications skills
Excellent analytical abilities
