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Ethics and Compliance roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 petition. Specialized compliance expertise in regulated industries makes these positions strong candidates for permanent sponsorship.
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INTRODUCTION
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director, Compliance & Ethics Investigations will be responsible for conducting professional, prompt and thorough domestic and international investigations. The Director, C&E will plan, conduct, and manage internal Compliance & Ethics investigations related to reported violations of company policy and law. The subject matters of investigations are broad and may include, for example, sales & marketing practices, HCP interactions, conflicts of interest, fraud, and falsification of company documents.
This person will also conduct analysis and derive insights regarding investigation trends, provide insights to support remedial efforts, and serve as a key partner to other elements of the compliance function. The Director will work both independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams including the Law Department, Corporate Security, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Cybersecurity, and Quality.
Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Conduct internal compliance investigations, ranging from routine to complex in nature; Develop and execute effective investigation plans; Interview witnesses using fair and effective techniques.
- Manage members of global investigations firms and/or outside counsel in conducting interviews and collection/review of evidence.
- Research, collect and analyze large quantities of data (pursuant to relevant privacy laws); Identify issues and draw appropriate conclusions; Prepare timely, accurate and well-written reports.
- Develop expertise in a particular high-risk international geographic areas and/or subject matter areas in the U.S. for the purpose of conducting internal compliance investigations.
- Assist in the management and development of more junior members of the team.
- Collaborate with risk and monitoring functions to analyze data analytics stemming from investigations.
- Prepare written and oral summaries and presentations as needed to business colleagues (including executive leaders) and HR professionals.
- Effectively present investigation findings to stakeholders, including senior leadership.
- Partner and liaise with all investigative teams including Human Resources/Employee Relations, Corporate Security, the Law Department and external counsel, Cybersecurity, and Quality.
- Build and maintain internal stakeholder relationships to ensure requisite subject matter expertise included in all investigations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum education of a bachelor's degree or equivalent is required.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of investigative and/or legal and/or compliance experience (law firm, inhouse, forensic/consulting, or government) is required. Prior inhouse pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.
- Knowledge of, and experience with, pharmaceutical industry and laws required. (e.g., HCP interactions, FDCA, AKS, FCPA, FCA, GMP, GCP, etc.)
- Ability to navigate matrix organization and complex compliance issues while exhibiting sound judgment and objectivity; systematic approach to decision making; ability to determine root cause and identify viable and alternate solutions.
- Proven successful investigation/project management in developing and executing all phases of an investigation plan including collection, review and analysis of data, information and records; conducting interviews; documenting work completed; drafting findings and conclusions; accountability for successful completion.
- Excellent communication skills that are effective with the appropriate tact and diplomacy for all levels of the organization as well as for external counsel.
- Ability to discuss and debate various topics with senior leadership is essential for success in this position.
- Must lead by example in cultivating the culture of compliance.
- Respect for confidentiality and ability to manage confidential information with discretion is of critical importance.
LOCATION
Madison - Giralda - NJ - US: $200,430 - $242,874
Princeton - NJ - US: $200,430 - $242,874
The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.
COMPENSATION OVERVIEW
Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit our careers site.
Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:
- Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
- Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
- Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.
Work-life benefits include:
Paid Time Off
- US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)
- Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays
Based on eligibility, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.
Supporting People with Disabilities
BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit our careers site to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
Candidate Rights
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit our careers site for important additional information.
Data Protection
We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at our careers site.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
If you believe that the job posting is missing information required by local law or incorrect in any way, please contact BMS at TAEnablement@bms.com. Please provide the Job Title and Requisition number so we can review. Communications related to your application should not be sent to this email and you will not receive a response. Inquiries related to the status of your application should be directed to Chat with Ripley.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Ethics And Compliance
Document your compliance credentials before applying
Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or similar credentials strengthen your PERM case by demonstrating specialized qualifications. Gather degree transcripts, certification records, and letters confirming regulated-industry experience before contacting prospective sponsors.
Target employers in heavily regulated industries
Financial services, healthcare, and pharmaceutical companies run dedicated compliance functions and routinely file PERM applications for specialized roles. These employers already understand the sponsorship process and budget for multi-year green card timelines.
Search for green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Filter by Ethics and Compliance job titles and green card sponsorship history to find employers who have completed the PERM process for similar roles. This cuts prospecting time and surfaces companies actively filing I-140 petitions.
Confirm the job description matches PERM requirements
PERM labor certifications require a specific minimum requirements section. If a posting says a bachelor's degree is preferred rather than required, the employer cannot use that job description in a PERM filing, which stalls your sponsorship before it starts.
Request a prevailing wage audit during salary negotiations
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your compliance role before your employer files the PERM application. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV wage for your exact SOC code and work location before negotiating your offer.
Understand the EB-2 versus EB-3 filing decision
If your role requires a master's degree or equivalent, your employer may file under EB-2, which can mean a shorter wait for some countries. USCIS evaluates the actual job requirements, not just your credentials, so clarify with your employer which category their PERM will target.
Green Card Ethics And Compliance: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Ethics and Compliance roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply, depending on how the employer defines the role. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree, which covers most compliance analyst and specialist titles. EB-2 applies when the role genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent, such as a senior compliance officer position at a regulated financial institution. Your employer's PERM job description drives the classification, not your personal credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for compliance professionals?
The H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa capped at 85,000 per year with an annual lottery, while the EB-2 and EB-3 green card categories have no annual overall cap at the employer-petition level. PERM sponsorship is permanent, not subject to a six-year limit, and results in lawful permanent residency. The trade-off is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 filing, and adjustment of status together can take two to four years or more before your priority date becomes current.
What makes an Ethics and Compliance job description PERM-ready?
DOL requires that PERM job requirements reflect the actual minimum needed to perform the job, not the qualifications of the foreign worker already doing it. For compliance roles, this means the description should specify the regulatory domain, required degree field, and years of experience without inflating requirements. Overly specific language tied to your resume can trigger an audit.
Where can I find employers that sponsor green cards for compliance roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search by job title and filter for employers with a green card sponsorship history, so you can identify companies that have already completed the PERM process for Ethics and Compliance positions. Targeting employers with a proven track record significantly reduces the risk of a sponsorship commitment that stalls at the labor certification stage.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved but before I get my green card?
Yes, under AC21 portability you can change to a same or similar occupation after your I-140 has been approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. Compliance roles share SOC codes that USCIS generally treats as related, but confirm with your new employer that the role description is sufficiently similar before relying on portability to preserve your priority date.