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Ethics and compliance roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field like law, business, or regulatory affairs. Employers in financial services, healthcare, and tech regularly sponsor these roles, and the annual H-1B cap applies unless you're at a cap-exempt institution.
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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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Map your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to compliance work. A degree in law, accounting, or regulatory affairs creates a clean match. A general business degree may require additional documentation showing the theoretical connection to ethics and compliance functions.
Target industries with active LCA filings
Financial services, healthcare, and pharmaceutical companies file the most LCAs for compliance roles because regulatory pressure is highest there. Filter your search to these sectors before reaching out, since their HR teams are already familiar with H-1B sponsorship procedures.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your compliance role and location. Look up your specific SOC code using the OFLC Wage Search before any offer conversation so you can negotiate from an informed baseline.
Find H-1B sponsors using Migrate Mate
Search ethics and compliance roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have verified H-1B filing history in this function. That filing history signals the employer already understands the LCA and I-129 process for compliance job titles specifically.
Confirm specialty occupation documentation early
USCIS scrutinizes compliance roles because job duties can vary widely across industries. Ask the employer to document why the position requires a specific bachelor's degree field, not just any degree. Get this language into the job description before the I-129 is filed.
Time your lottery registration around offer timing
H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you receive a compliance offer after selection closes, ask whether the employer qualifies as cap-exempt or can support an O-1 visa as a bridge while you wait for the next registration cycle.
H-1B Visa Ethics And Compliance: Frequently Asked Questions
Do ethics and compliance roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes, when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as law, regulatory affairs, finance, or business. USCIS evaluates both the role's duties and the degree requirement. Compliance analyst and compliance officer titles with defined regulatory functions generally meet the specialty occupation standard, but vague job descriptions increase the risk of an RFE.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for compliance roles?
Banks, insurance companies, pharmaceutical firms, and large healthcare systems are the most consistent sponsors because they operate under heavy regulatory oversight and maintain dedicated compliance departments. You can identify employers with active H-1B filing history in compliance functions by searching on Migrate Mate, which surfaces verified LCA data for these job titles.
What happens to my H-1B status if my compliance role is reclassified or restructured?
A material change in your job duties, title, or work location requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. If the restructured role no longer qualifies as a specialty occupation, your status could be jeopardized. Review any internal reorganization with your employer's immigration counsel before accepting a new reporting structure or scope of work.
Can I count compliance certifications toward my specialty occupation qualification?
USCIS focuses primarily on academic credentials, not professional certifications like CCEP or CRCM. However, certifications can strengthen the record when combined with a relevant degree. If your degree field is adjacent rather than directly related, compliance certifications and a detailed experience record can support the employer's position in a request for evidence response.
How does the prevailing wage requirement apply to ethics and compliance positions?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific compliance SOC code, job level, and work location before USCIS approves the H-1B petition. The wage floor is tied to the LCA, which must be certified by the DOL before the I-129 petition is filed. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the Level 1 through Level 4 wage bands for your role and geography.