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Verista's 500 experts team up with the world's most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world's most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.
Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.
Company Culture Guidelines & Values:
- We empower and support our colleagues
- We commit to client success at every turn
- We have the courage to do the right thing
- We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
- We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise
Job Family Overview:
The primary focus for this role includes ownership of one of the core service lines within Verista. The role is multi-faceted and includes development and business expansion of the service line at new customers, direct client interactions for penetration of the service line into existing customers, and Subject Matter Expert level project delivery/management in pharmaceutical/biotech space. Verista is structured as a matrixed organization and the service line leadership partners with client services leadership and sales to manage the overall delivery and client experience collectively.
The successful incumbent will drive the Verista Values and Mission - to be the leading provider of automation and compliance solutions across the entire regulated IT-OT (Information Technology and Operations Technology) Stack. This includes leading strategies and tactics related to ensure:
- Industry Leadership
- Customer Value
- Expansion & Growth
- Collaboration & Scale
This position requires understanding and expertise in these specific Service Line offerings:
- CSV / CSA
- CQV
- QMS Services
The position is to set an example of Verista Culture of hard work, positive attitude, commitment to satisfy the customer, and strong interpersonal skills.
Job Family Responsibilities:
- Service Ownership
- Define the service line offerings and ensure adequate Delivery Director SME coverage.
- Own and align the Go-To-Market strategy of the service line. Work alongside Client Services, Delivery, Sales, Marketing and ELT to define the service and positioning in the marketplace.
- Define and manage annual P&L for the service line including revenue growth targets, margin and EBITDA.
- Co-owner of annual Strategic Account Management planning alongside Client Partners. The Head of Service Line is responsible for defining and executing on the plan to expand the service in strategically determined accounts.
- Direct internal management of a defined team of Delivery Directors to support the growth and execution objectives of the service line.
- Delivering Project Work as Technical Subject Matter Expert
- Execute assigned technical project work in a subject matter expert capacity, in most cases as the project leader and/or project/program manager.
- Manage, execute and lead the day-to-day project activities of the designated project staff to ensure customers, sales and service delivery activities meet or exceed customer and company goals and expectations.
- As a technical leader in a professional services organization, this role is expected to carry a utilization target on billable client work dependent on level and portfolio size. Technical knowledge and ability to connect at all levels are essential to success in this role.
- Accountable for all solutioning/delivery methodologies – including the evolution to more managed service offerings utilizing scalable fundamentals related to people, process and technology.
- Ensure all services projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organizations and customers established policies and objectives.
- Focus on ensuring standards and consistency with each employee and client.
- Sales and New Engagement Activities
- Offer and support all lead generation activities for existing customers for projects to which you are assigned.
- Responsible for reviewing, assessing and defining all requirements for scope and estimation of contracts.
- Providing the technical depth and supporting relationship development with sales and client services members during the sales process.
- Support the Service Line Head on growth and strategic planning for expansion of dedicated services across existing and new customer base.
- Provide input on marketing, website, and strategies to facilitate growth.
Background Requirements:
This position requires the following skills/job knowledge:
Education
- Bachelor's degree in technical (STEM) discipline
Industry Experience
- 15+ years of experience in GMP regulated environment with direct experience managing or leading applicable service line projects in a life sciences setting.
- 10+ years of professional services and consulting experience
- 7+ years of experience in professional services business development and customer relations
- Expert knowledge of FDA regulations, ISPE guidelines and ISO standards including:
- GAMP5
- Good Documentation Practice (GDP) in pharmaceutical environment
- ASTM-E2500
- ISO 14971 – risk management for medical devices
- ISPE Applied Risk Management for C&Q
- ISPE Science and Risk Based Approach for the delivery of facilities, systems and equipment
- ICH 8, 9, 10 - Knowledge of Risk management and Risk Analysis Tools
- Holistic understanding of process systems including work-processes, optimization methods, risk management, and project management
- Experience working in a fast paced, high growth, results driven organization
- Experience in Project Management; managing numerous projects in excess of $5MM
- Prior supervisory experience managing at least 20 people and at least 3-5 direct reports
Skills
Proven experience and aptitude to meet, interact, and present in front of a wide range of customers with varying roles including:
- C-level executives
- Project managers and plant engineers
- Supervisor, operators
- Ability to strategically negotiate with clients and employees in high stress situations to resolve
- Project and technical issues
- Funding and change order discussions
- Employee performance
- Possess a history of strong leadership, deep practical validation knowledge and a proven track record for timely project delivery, project management, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated ability to provide practical, specific guidance to colleagues regarding the knowledge of appropriate industry guidance and regulatory requirements
- Intermediate to expert skills with WORD, EXCEL and PROJECT
- Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)
- Calm and collected leader with the ability to guide a team in stressful client services-oriented projects
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- The Head of Service Line is expected to be supporting projects and business expansion activities at the client sites on a regular basis. This position will require regular air and ground-based travel and overnight stays in hotels for multiple nights at a time.
- Business development opportunities and tight project requirements may demand significant hours beyond 40 and hours on the weekend. Average work hours are approximately 45-50 hours/week.
- This role must maintain average utilization on billable work. Targets will be specifically defined in alignment with level and overall Gross Margins targets within your assigned accounts and projects.
- The Head of Service Line is required to sign an Employment agreement document and will be eligible for Senior Leadership Incentive programs.
Supervisory Requirements:
This position will be responsible for supervision of approximately 6-8+ direct reporting Delivery Directors. Delivery Directors positions under the Head of Service Line are assigned based upon the size of the service line and number of accounts. As a supervisor, the Head of Service Line is responsible for:
- Completing each direct report employee's performance management plan
- Reviewing and approving the performance management plan for all employee's in your group
- Providing bi-annual employee reviews to direct reports
- Provide comments and review executive recommendations for employee merit increases and yearly bonuses based upon corporate, division, and individual performance results
- Working with HR and leadership related to career development plans for all service line resources, including succession planning
- Identify any training gaps and work closely with HR and Training to resolve them.
This position requires cross-functional leadership responsibility to provide direction to employees, OEMs, contractors or clients as necessary to meet project goals and deadlines.
The position description merely illustrates the job and key aspects of the roles found within the Job Family. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the jobs listed below.
Benefits
Why Choose Verista?
- High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
- Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
- Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
- FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
- Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
- Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
- As Needed Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Referral Program
- Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement
Verista collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. If you are a California Job Applicant, see the privacy notice for further details.
Description
Verista's 500 experts team up with the world's most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world's most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.
Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.
Company Culture Guidelines & Values:
- We empower and support our colleagues
- We commit to client success at every turn
- We have the courage to do the right thing
- We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
- We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise
Job Family Overview:
The primary focus for this role includes ownership of one of the core service lines within Verista. The role is multi-faceted and includes development and business expansion of the service line at new customers, direct client interactions for penetration of the service line into existing customers, and Subject Matter Expert level project delivery/management in pharmaceutical/biotech space. Verista is structured as a matrixed organization and the service line leadership partners with client services leadership and sales to manage the overall delivery and client experience collectively.
The successful incumbent will drive the Verista Values and Mission - to be the leading provider of automation and compliance solutions across the entire regulated IT-OT (Information Technology and Operations Technology) Stack. This includes leading strategies and tactics related to ensure:
- Industry Leadership
- Customer Value
- Expansion & Growth
- Collaboration & Scale
This position requires understanding and expertise in these specific Service Line offerings:
- CSV / CSA
- CQV
- QMS Services
The position is to set an example of Verista Culture of hard work, positive attitude, commitment to satisfy the customer, and strong interpersonal skills.
Job Family Responsibilities:
- Service Ownership
- Define the service line offerings and ensure adequate Delivery Director SME coverage.
- Own and align the Go-To-Market strategy of the service line. Work alongside Client Services, Delivery, Sales, Marketing and ELT to define the service and positioning in the marketplace.
- Define and manage annual P&L for the service line including revenue growth targets, margin and EBITDA.
- Co-owner of annual Strategic Account Management planning alongside Client Partners. The Head of Service Line is responsible for defining and executing on the plan to expand the service in strategically determined accounts.
- Direct internal management of a defined team of Delivery Directors to support the growth and execution objectives of the service line.
- Delivering Project Work as Technical Subject Matter Expert
- Execute assigned technical project work in a subject matter expert capacity, in most cases as the project leader and/or project/program manager.
- Manage, execute and lead the day-to-day project activities of the designated project staff to ensure customers, sales and service delivery activities meet or exceed customer and company goals and expectations.
- As a technical leader in a professional services organization, this role is expected to carry a utilization target on billable client work dependent on level and portfolio size. Technical knowledge and ability to connect at all levels are essential to success in this role.
- Accountable for all solutioning/delivery methodologies – including the evolution to more managed service offerings utilizing scalable fundamentals related to people, process and technology.
- Ensure all services projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organizations and customers established policies and objectives.
- Focus on ensuring standards and consistency with each employee and client.
- Sales and New Engagement Activities
- Offer and support all lead generation activities for existing customers for projects to which you are assigned.
- Responsible for reviewing, assessing and defining all requirements for scope and estimation of contracts.
- Providing the technical depth and supporting relationship development with sales and client services members during the sales process.
- Support the Service Line Head on growth and strategic planning for expansion of dedicated services across existing and new customer base.
- Provide input on marketing, website, and strategies to facilitate growth.
Background Requirements:
This position requires the following skills/job knowledge:
Education
- Bachelor's degree in technical (STEM) discipline
Industry Experience
- 15+ years of experience in GMP regulated environment with direct experience managing or leading applicable service line projects in a life sciences setting.
- 10+ years of professional services and consulting experience
- 7+ years of experience in professional services business development and customer relations
- Expert knowledge of FDA regulations, ISPE guidelines and ISO standards including:
- GAMP5
- Good Documentation Practice (GDP) in pharmaceutical environment
- ASTM-E2500
- ISO 14971 – risk management for medical devices
- ISPE Applied Risk Management for C&Q
- ISPE Science and Risk Based Approach for the delivery of facilities, systems and equipment
- ICH 8, 9, 10 - Knowledge of Risk management and Risk Analysis Tools
- Holistic understanding of process systems including work-processes, optimization methods, risk management, and project management
- Experience working in a fast paced, high growth, results driven organization
- Experience in Project Management; managing numerous projects in excess of $5MM
- Prior supervisory experience managing at least 20 people and at least 3-5 direct reports
Skills
Proven experience and aptitude to meet, interact, and present in front of a wide range of customers with varying roles including:
- C-level executives
- Project managers and plant engineers
- Supervisor, operators
- Ability to strategically negotiate with clients and employees in high stress situations to resolve
- Project and technical issues
- Funding and change order discussions
- Employee performance
- Possess a history of strong leadership, deep practical validation knowledge and a proven track record for timely project delivery, project management, cost control, and customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated ability to provide practical, specific guidance to colleagues regarding the knowledge of appropriate industry guidance and regulatory requirements
- Intermediate to expert skills with WORD, EXCEL and PROJECT
- Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)
- Calm and collected leader with the ability to guide a team in stressful client services-oriented projects
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- The Head of Service Line is expected to be supporting projects and business expansion activities at the client sites on a regular basis. This position will require regular air and ground-based travel and overnight stays in hotels for multiple nights at a time.
- Business development opportunities and tight project requirements may demand significant hours beyond 40 and hours on the weekend. Average work hours are approximately 45-50 hours/week.
- This role must maintain average utilization on billable work. Targets will be specifically defined in alignment with level and overall Gross Margins targets within your assigned accounts and projects.
- The Head of Service Line is required to sign an Employment agreement document and will be eligible for Senior Leadership Incentive programs.
Supervisory Requirements:
This position will be responsible for supervision of approximately 6-8+ direct reporting Delivery Directors. Delivery Directors positions under the Head of Service Line are assigned based upon the size of the service line and number of accounts. As a supervisor, the Head of Service Line is responsible for:
- Completing each direct report employee's performance management plan
- Reviewing and approving the performance management plan for all employee's in your group
- Providing bi-annual employee reviews to direct reports
- Provide comments and review executive recommendations for employee merit increases and yearly bonuses based upon corporate, division, and individual performance results
- Working with HR and leadership related to career development plans for all service line resources, including succession planning
- Identify any training gaps and work closely with HR and Training to resolve them.
This position requires cross-functional leadership responsibility to provide direction to employees, OEMs, contractors or clients as necessary to meet project goals and deadlines.
The position description merely illustrates the job and key aspects of the roles found within the Job Family. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the jobs listed below.
Benefits
Why Choose Verista?
- High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
- Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
- Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
- FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
- Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
- Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
- As Needed Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Referral Program
- Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement
Verista collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. If you are a California Job Applicant, see the privacy notice for further details.
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Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM locks in the minimum education and experience the employer advertises. Get your foreign law degree or compliance certifications evaluated by a NACES-recognized agency before your employer drafts the job description, so your credentials match exactly what gets filed.
Target regulated industries with PERM history
Financial services, healthcare, and energy firms routinely sponsor compliance officers because regulators demand the role. Filter your search to employers in those sectors and ask recruiters directly whether their legal or HR teams have run PERM cases for similar positions.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 classification early
If your role requires a master's degree or you can demonstrate an advanced degree, EB-2 may apply and can shorten your priority date wait. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel which category the job description supports before the I-140 is filed.
Understand the PERM recruitment window
Your employer must complete DOL-mandated recruitment steps, including job postings and a supervised recruitment period, before filing. Any gap in documentation during this window can require starting over, so track every recruitment step your employer takes alongside your own application timeline.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Head of Compliance postings by employers with active green card sponsorship histories, saving you from applying at companies that won't initiate PERM. Use it to identify firms already familiar with the compliance officer job classification and the EB filing process.
Negotiate a start date that preserves PERM priority
Your PERM priority date is set when DOL accepts the application, not when you accept the offer. Starting employment before the I-140 is approved can complicate your record, so confirm with the sponsoring employer that the filing timeline is realistic before you resign from your current role.
Green Card Head Of Compliance: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Head of Compliance role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply. EB-2 covers the role if it requires a master's degree or you hold one and qualify under the advanced degree prong. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the category when drafting the PERM job description, and that classification stays fixed throughout the case.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status with a six-year limit and an annual lottery that caps new approvals. PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery and no time limit on your status once the green card is granted. The tradeoff is a longer process: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and a priority date wait can take two to four or more years depending on your country of birth.
What documentation should I prepare before a compliance employer begins my PERM case?
Have your academic credentials evaluated by a NACES-recognized agency if your degrees are from outside the U.S. Gather certificates for any compliance designations you hold, such as CAMS or CRCM. Also prepare a detailed employment history covering every position your employer will cite to satisfy DOL's experience requirements in the PERM application.
How can I find Head of Compliance jobs where the employer is willing to sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces compliance roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship activity, so you're not guessing whether a company will initiate PERM. Filtering by sponsorship history at the job title level is far more efficient than asking recruiters cold during early screening calls.
Can I change employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Yes, but timing matters. Under portability rules established by the AC21 provisions, you can change to a same or similar role once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days. The new role must fall within the same occupational classification as your approved I-140. A compliance manager moving to a senior compliance officer role at a new firm typically qualifies, but you should confirm with immigration counsel before accepting any offer.