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**Job Function:**
Legal & Compliance
**Job Sub** **Function:**
Health Care Compliance
**Job Category:**
People Leader
**All Job Posting Locations:**
Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
**Job Description:**
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Director, 3rd Party RM. Program (BPO) located in Leeds UK, West Chester PA USA, Raynham MA USA, Raritan NJ USA, or Ireland.
**Job Overview**
Theu202fDirector,u202fThirdu2011Party Risk Management Programu202fprovidesu202fstrategic leadershipu202fand enablement of anu202feffective enterprise-wide third-party risk management (TPRM) program, with a focus on mitigating anti-bribery/anti-corruption risks (e.g.,u202fForeign Corrupt Practices Actu202fand similar laws) inu202fthird-party intermediaryu202fengagements. Serving as theu202fBusiness Process Owner (BPO)u202ffor TPRM, this individualu202fworks closely with stakeholders acrossu202fCompliance, Legal, Information Technology (IT), Procurement, and other functions to define program requirements, implement enabling technology solutions, and continuously improveu202fglobal processes and tools. u202f
This role requires au202fforward-looking leaderu202fwho canu202fchampion an ethical business cultureu202fandu202ffoster organizational change. The Director willu202fmodel integrity,u202fempower cross-functional collaboration, and ensure that managing third-party compliance risk becomes an integral, ongoing part of the companyu2019s business processes. By balancing thorough risk controls withu202fbusiness enablement, the Director of TPRM helpsu202fprotect the companyu2019s reputation and ensure sustainable growthu202fin a complex global environment.
This role reports to the **Senior Director HCC Risk** **Mgmt** **Strategy & Enablement** **.**
Key Responsibilities
Provideu202fstrategic direction and governanceu202ffor the global TPRM programu202fas the BPO,u202festablishingu202fpolicies, procedures, andu202foversight structuresu202fto managethird-party intermediary risks enterprise-wide. Setu202fglobal standardsu202fand drive consistency across all regions while accommodating local regulatory requirements.u202f
Develop andu202fmaintainu202fau202frisk-based segmentationu202fandu202fassessment frameworku202ffor third parties, ensuring each intermediary is categorized by risk level (e.g.u202fby country corruption index, service type, HCP/HCO interactions)to ensure third partiesreceiveu202fappropriate dueu202fdiligence andoversight.
Oversee robustu202fpre-engagement due diligenceu202fprocesses (e.g.u202fbackground checks, sanctions screenings, reputation reviews) tou202fidentifyu202fpotentialu202fanti-corruption red flagsu202for compliance issues before onboarding new third-party intermediaries. Ensure due diligence depth isu202fcommensurateu202fwith the third partyu2019s risk profile.
Partner with Legal inproviding contractual safeguards (e.g., Compliance clauses, audit rights, etc.).
Partner with IT and digital teamsu202ftou202fdefine requirements and implement technology solutionsu202f(e.g., third-party lifecycle management platforms, due diligence tools, automated workflow systems) that increase efficiency and effectiveness of TPRM processes. Continuously evaluate new tools (e.g., risk intelligence databases, automation, data analytics platforms) andu202fdrive enhancementsu202fto keep the program current with best practices and evolving risks
Drivedevelopmentofu202fdata analyticsu202fandu202freporting capabilitiesu202fto continuously measure and improve the TPRM program.
Qualifications
_Education_
**Required:** Bacheloru2019s degree in Law, Business, Compliance, Finance, Healthcare Administration, ora relatedfield.
**Preferred:** Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., Compliance, Legal, Risk, or Ethicsu2011related).
_Experience and Skills_
**Required:**
**10u201312+ years of progressive experience** in healthcare compliance, legal, risk management, audit, or related fields.
Strong knowledge of healthcare compliance laws, regulations, and enforcement practices.
Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive compliant decisionu2011making in highly regulated environments.
Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation ofprocesses and systems to supportrisk management programs.
Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and effective decisionu2011making and problemu2011solving capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex compliance topics clearly.
Strong change management and stakeholder engagement skills are key to successfully embedding the TPRM program into an organizationu2019s operations and continuously improving it over time
**Preferred:**
Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or broader life sciences industries.
Experienceoperatingin highly matrixed, multicultural organizations.
Other
**Language:** Fluency in Englishrequired.
**Travel:** Up to **20u201330** **%**
**Certifications:** Compliance, legal, or ethicscertificationspreferred but notrequired.
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