Principal, Global Compliance Investigations

Additional Location(s):  US-MN-Arden Hills

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About the role:
The Principal, Global Compliance Investigations is responsible for conducting confidential investigations into allegations of violations of law, the Code of Conduct, or company policies, particularly in matters that pose significant risk to the organization. This role also performs root cause and trend analyses to inform compliance improvements and mitigate future risks.

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Address reported concerns of varied complexity and scope in an effective and timely manner

• Develop strategy and work plans to investigate alleged violations of law, Code of Conduct, or company policies

• Document investigations, including maintaining and archiving work papers

• Perform root cause analysis for Global Compliance matters

• Interpret and recommend modifications to organizational policies and/or training based on investigation findings

• Monitor the effective and timely completion of recommended actions resulting from investigations, escalating delays or inadequacies as needed

• Assist in the creation of tools and templates for investigations, as well as improvements to tools used for reporting

• Identify opportunities and drive efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the investigations team

• Maintain a high degree of interest in professional development, including attending relevant compliance and investigation training sessions and conferences

• Maintain ongoing professional credentials (e.g., CPA, J.D., etc.)

Required qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in compliance, legal, and/or forensic accounting/auditing

• Proven leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and employees

• Experience working with large amounts of data while maintaining a strategic, big-picture perspective

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail

• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Ability to travel up to 10% and work flexible hours as needed

• Demonstrated strong commitment to compliance, ethics, and accountability

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced degree such as JD, MS, Accounting degree, CPA, and/or CFE

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, influencing, negotiation, and mediation skills

• Confidence in handling difficult conversations, pressures, and deadlines

• Highly engaged and self-starting, with strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement

• Demonstrated experience thriving in a dynamic, evolving environment

• Passion for compliance and understanding of business needs

• Knowledge and experience in healthcare industry compliance risk areas (e.g., anti-corruption, anti-kickback, tender regulations, industry codes)

Requisition ID: 611575

Minimum Salary: $103700

Maximum Salary: $197000

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see --will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.