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Head, Ethics, Compliance & Legal, APAC
Head, Ethics, Compliance & Legal, APACAvanos Medical • Alpharetta, GA, United States
Head, Ethics, Compliance & Legal, APAC

Head, Ethics, Compliance & Legal, APAC

Avanos Medical • Alpharetta, GA, United States
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Job Description

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Here at Avanos Medical, we passionately believe in three things :

  • Making a difference in our products, services and offers, never ceasing to fight for groundbreaking solutions in everything we do;
  • Making a difference in how we work and collaborate, constantly nurturing our nimble culture of innovation;
  • Having an impact on the healthcare challenges we all face, and the lives of people and communities around the world.

At Avanos you will find an environment that strives to be independent and different, one that supports and inspires you to excel and to help change what medical devices can deliver, now and in the future.

Avanos is a medical device company focused on delivering clinically superior breakthrough solutions that will help patients get back to the things that matter.We are committed to creating the next generation of innovative healthcare solutions which will address our most important healthcare needs, such as reducing the use of opioids while helping patients move from surgery to recovery. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we develop, manufacture and market our recognized brands in more than 90 countries. Avanos Medical is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AVNS. For more information, visit www.avanos.com .

Position Purpose : The Head, Ethics, Compliance & Legal, APAC is based at Avanos' office in Singapore (or as otherwise designated) and is part of the Ethics & Compliance Department, reporting directly to the Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer and indirectly to the General Counsel. This position is mainly responsible for implementation and maintenance of the Corporate Compliance Program in APAC. This position is also responsible for managing the legal needs for the APAC region, including but not limited to drafting agreements, maintaining legal entities, managing legal matters related to HR, and providing legal advice to internal customers. This role supports various Avanos teams and departments with guidance and recommendations to accomplish business objectives and strategic initiatives, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Avanos policies.

Principal Responsibilities :

  • Oversight : Leads the implementation of the Global Compliance Program in APAC and provides principal Legal support in the Region under the direction of the Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer and the General Counsel respectively.
  • Ethics & Compliance Responsibilities :

  • Regional Leadership : S upporting International Compliance Oversight Committee and other Ethics & Compliance meetings, activities; enhancing and implementing processes as needed; and supporting efforts to advance Avanos Ethics & Compliance Culture. Implement and maintain the Corporate Ethics & Compliance Program in APAC, including compliance requirements specific to the region.
  • Advice and Guidance : Provides day-to-day advice and guidance to relevant business teams on Ethics & Compliance matters. Participate in regional leadership team meetings.
  • Risk Assessment Activities : Supports the annual Risk Assessment and reviews activity-specific plans by the business teams.Provides training and guidance on the Risk Assessment process, including development of tools as required.
  • Written Standards : Provides support on the drafting, implementation and communication of Compliance-related policies and procedures.
  • Program Management : Implements actions as specified in the annual work plan and KPIs.
  • Regional Privacy : Manage compliance with privacy laws, including acting as a Data Privacy Officer.
  • Training and Communications : Supports the implementation of the annual training and education plans.Develops communications on key Ethics & Compliance risks and initiatives, as requested. Supplements with additional training as requested, according to the needs of the business.
  • Monitoring and Auditing : Supports the Audit, Monitoring and Investigations teams in activities as required. Implements monitoring processes in applicable businesses, including ride-a-longs with field personnel.
  • Third Party Management : Supports Third Party Seller and Non-seller Third Party (NSTP) compliance management and initiatives, including processes for Third Party Risk Assessments and site visits.
  • Investigations : Conducts and / or assists in investigations to the extent requested, including conducting reviews of documentation, conducting interviews and drafting reports. Ensures consistent and appropriate investigative processes are utilized.
  • Corrective Actions : Implements and tracks appropriate and consistent corrective actions for identified compliance issues and assessment activities. Conducts assessments to determine effectiveness of corrective actions.
  • Legal Responsibilities :
  • Contract Management : Draft and negotiate country-specific and cross-border commercial agreements such as sales, distribution, service, and purchasing agreements.
  • Corporate Secretariat : Manage corporate matters relating to legal entities.
  • Litigation Management : Provide counsel on dispute resolution, including litigation.
  • General Legal Advice :

  • Participate in review of marketing and other product claims materials for legal compliance.
  • Provide legal advice to the Human Resources Department on employee-related matters.
  • Advocate to government agencies and respond to their inquiries and subpoenas.
  • Hire and manage outside legal counsel, as appropriate and as directed or approved by the General Counsel.
  • Provide such other legal services as may be required for a publicly-traded, global medical device company.
  • Global Legal Initiatives : Lead significant Legal Department and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Qualifications (Education / Experience / Competencies) : The position requires :

    Education :

  • Bachelor's degree or its non-U.S. equivalent - required.
  • J.D. degree (or equivalent law degree in the applicable jurisdiction, which would allow the practice of law throughout the regions) - required.
  • Advanced degree (MBA or another relevant credential) - preferred.
  • Specific training in healthcare compliance, privacy and other related topics - preferred.
  • Professional Experience :

  • 7-12 years of experience at a medical device, pharmaceutical, or other healthcare organization implementing a compliance program or other complementary job experience (such as roles within Internal Audit, Finance or Legal functions).
  • Expertise in Marketing or other fields will be considered upon demonstration of skill sets needed to perform the job duties.
  • Experience in Healthcare industry - Device, Pharma, or Biotech is preferable.
  • English language fluency required. Fluency in other languages such as Mandarin, Japanese, or other Asian languages preferred.
  • Valued Advisor to business leaders with experience finding solutions to complex ethical and legal issues in APAC.
  • Excellent research, writing, and communication skills, and excellent ability to analyze complex matters and present them simply and clearly.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage a heavy and multi-directional workload.
  • Competencies :

  • Demonstrates Integrity and commitment to the highest ethical standards and personal values.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team (cooperative, encourages collaboration, builds consensus, easily gains the trust and support of superiors and peers, and finds common ground and solves problems).
  • Excellent research, writing, and communication skills, and demonstrated ability to analyze complex matters and present them simply and clearly.
  • Self-motivated and result driven.
  • Instinct to detect risk areas and red flags.
  • Solution-minded; desire to solve problems.
  • Ability to work in a matrixed organization, across cultures and functions with all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to prioritize according to risk and make quick decisions with appropriate independence.
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity and change.
  • Ability to follow through and complete tasks on time.
  • Ability to think strategically and also excel at tactical responsibilities, such as contract drafting or policy writing. Ability to focus on work in EMEA while partnering for consistency across the global organization.
  • Natural leadership ability with enthusiasm, confidence, and self-esteem, balanced with a caring for people that invites others to seek his or her advice and judgment and encourages teamwork and cooperation.
  • Strong business acumen with good judgment and can provide business partners with timely and appropriately risk-balanced advice and guidance.
  • Stamina and self-assurance to maintain effective working relationships and quality legal services in a demanding and diverse environment.
  • Contributes to an environment of respect and collaboration with peers and other stakeholders.
  • Exemplifies the values recognized as critical to Avanos : Customer-Centric, Global Mindset, Accountability, Collaborative, Candor, and Speed.
  • Avanos Medical is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, etc.

    Join us at Avanos

    Join us and you can make a difference in our products, solutions and our culture. Most of all, you can make a difference in the lives,

    people, and communities around the world.

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