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Compliance Lead roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 petition. Roles overseeing regulatory frameworks, AML programs, or enterprise risk management typically satisfy the specialty occupation and advanced-degree criteria that drive EB-2 eligibility.
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Job Overview
The Vendor Compliance Lead for Patient Support Services (PASS) is responsible for ensuring all vendors supporting the commercial Patient Access & Support Services business operate in full compliance with IQVIA standards, client contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory requirements.
This role also serves as a key business liaison for vendor onboarding, risk management, and procurement processes, including MyVendor and COUPA, ensuring effective governance and operational excellence across the vendor ecosystem.
Essential Functions
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Vendor Governance & Risk Management
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Serve as the lead requestor and subject matter expert (SME) for vendor risk within PASS, supporting MyVendor and COUPA processes.
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Ensure appropriate due diligence, risk assessments, and approvals for onboarding new vendors.
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Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Act as the primary business liaison between PASS and the Enterprise QA Vendor Management team.
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Partner with Procurement, QA, and functional teams to support vendor-related initiatives and ensure alignment with enterprise standards.
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Vendor Oversight & Compliance
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Maintain and manage a comprehensive catalog of approved PASS vendors.
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Oversee vendor performance and audit activities to ensure ongoing compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.
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Contract & Documentation Management
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Ensure proper documentation is maintained for all vendors, including CDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and project agreements.
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Monitor contract compliance and ensure documentation is audit-ready.
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Procurement & Financial Compliance
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Ensure accurate and timely management of purchase orders (POs) in COUPA to support proper vendor payments and financial controls.
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Quality & Continuous Improvement
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Support QA initiatives, audits, and process improvement projects aimed at enhancing vendor quality and operational efficiency.
- Participate in or lead cross-functional projects as assigned.
Qualifications
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Education & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, technical, or related industry, and/or Quality Assurance.
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Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
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Technical & Functional Expertise
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Strong knowledge of vendor management processes and procurement workflows.
- Familiarity with quality assurance auditing techniques and compliance frameworks.
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Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel) and database systems.
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Core Competencies
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Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive tasks to completion.
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across teams and with clients.
Location: Wayne, United States of America
Job Type: Full time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Compensation
- The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $54,200.00 - $135,400.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
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Frame your credentials around EB-2 requirements
Compliance Lead roles often qualify under EB-2 when the position requires an advanced degree in law, finance, or a compliance-adjacent field. Gather official transcripts and any foreign credential evaluations before approaching employers, since PERM filings depend on documented educational equivalency.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Financial institutions, healthcare systems, and publicly traded companies file PERM applications regularly for compliance roles because regulatory mandates create sustained hiring demand. Search DOL OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have certified compliance positions in the past two years.
Distinguish green card sponsorship from H-1B in interviews
EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap lottery at the petition stage, unlike the H-1B visa. When discussing sponsorship with a hiring manager, clarify that PERM is an employer-paid process and that EB-3 wait times vary significantly by country of birth.
Verify your prevailing wage tier before negotiations
PERM requires your offered salary to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific Compliance Lead duties and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level II or Level III wage for your SOC code before accepting an offer, so you don't negotiate below the floor that PERM requires.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers efficiently
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who have never filed green card petitions. Migrate Mate surfaces Compliance Lead roles at employers with verified PERM and I-140 sponsorship history, so you can direct your applications toward companies already familiar with the process.
Request a PERM timeline commitment before signing an offer
PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months before USCIS even receives your I-140. Ask employers to confirm they'll initiate PERM within a defined window after your start date, and get that commitment documented in your offer letter or employment agreement.
Green Card Compliance Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Compliance Lead roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Compliance Lead positions qualify under EB-2 when the employer requires a master's degree or the equivalent in law, finance, business, or a compliance-specific field. Roles with a bachelor's degree requirement typically fall under EB-3. The classification depends on what the employer genuinely requires for the position, not just what you hold, because PERM locks in the job's minimum requirements at filing.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Compliance Lead?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 85,000 annually and subject to a lottery. PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship bypasses the lottery entirely and leads to permanent residency. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status together typically run two to four years for many nationalities, longer for applicants born in India or China due to visa backlogs.
What does the PERM labor market test mean for a Compliance Lead candidate?
Before filing your PERM application with DOL, your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign and document that no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied. For Compliance Lead roles, this includes job postings, newspaper ads, and internal postings. If a qualified U.S. applicant surfaces, PERM cannot proceed. Your employer's legal team manages this process, but understanding it helps you anticipate why the certification stage alone can take six months or more.
How can I find Compliance Lead employers who already sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified PERM and I-140 sponsorship history, so you can identify employers who have actually completed the process for compliance roles rather than those who say they're open to sponsorship. Financial services firms, hospital systems, and large manufacturers tend to file the most PERM applications for compliance positions because their regulatory obligations create consistent demand.
Can I switch employers while my green card is in progress as a Compliance Lead?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current or within 180 days of being current, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change employers as long as the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Compliance Lead roles generally port to other compliance, risk, or regulatory positions. Changing employers before I-140 approval typically requires starting the PERM process over with the new employer.