Sr. Director, Business Ethics and Investigations

Stryker • Mahwah, NJ

422d • $167,300 - $369,700

About The Position

The Sr. Director of Business Ethics and Investigations at Stryker is responsible for leading the Global Compliance Investigations Function and Program. This role is crucial in promoting a culture of integrity and accountability within the organization by ensuring effective investigation and response to ethics and compliance offenses. The position involves overseeing a team that manages internal compliance and business ethics investigations, driving programmatic excellence, and reporting to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12 years of applicable professional experience.
• Proven experience in establishing investigations processes in a regulated environment.
• Experience in the medical technology, medical device, or life sciences industry preferred.
• Prior forensic auditing/accounting experience preferred.
• Ability to apply company policies in complex investigations.
• Strong integrity and character with strict adherence to confidentiality.
• Experience with state/federal health care compliance laws.
• Ability to work within a complex organization and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated skill in formulating strategies and action plans.
• Focus on developing a culture that fosters teamwork.
• Must uphold organizational standards and integrity.
• Legal degree or CPA/CFE certification preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with regulatory agencies (OIG, DOJ, SEC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the global Investigations team conducting internal compliance and business ethics investigations.
• Lead development of functional strategy, standards, goals, and processes for managing investigations.
• Chair the global Investigations Oversight Committee and ensure effective oversight and risk awareness.
• Develop and execute strategies for conducting compliance investigations efficiently and thoroughly.
• Ensure timely reporting and analysis of investigation matters for key stakeholders.
• Partner with legal to conduct compliance investigations and collaborate on government investigations.
• Manage the Ethics Hotline and develop protocols for reporting ethical concerns.
• Foster a Speak Up culture encouraging employees to report potential violations.
• Supervise external counsel, auditors, and investigators on internal investigation matters.
• Identify enhancements needed for the Case Management system for the Global Investigations team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders on investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant laws and monitor industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Advise the Global Compliance & Privacy organization on risk assessment and training efforts.
• Promote accountability for ethics and integrity within the organization.
• Propose enhancements to the Program informed by industry trends and best practices.

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays annually
• Medical and prescription drug insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Personalized healthcare support
• Wellbeing program
• Tobacco cessation program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: No Education Listed