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Location Los Angeles, California, United States
Job Category Compliance / Quality
Date posted 10/27/2026
Job Description
The Director, Corporate Compliance leads the implementation and ongoing administration of compliance programs aligned with the seven elements of an effective compliance program under the U.S. Federal Sentencing Guidelines and applicable guidance issued by the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General. The Director oversees day-to-day compliance operations across Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, the Medical Network, and Marina Hospital, and serves as a primary resource for regulatory and compliance-related matters. Responsibilities include directing the evaluation, investigation, documentation, and resolution of potential compliance concerns; overseeing compliance monitoring, effectiveness tracking, and reporting activities; and leading initiatives that promote adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements. Under the direction of the Vice President of Corporate Integrity and Chief Compliance Officer, the Director provides leadership representation on compliance-related committees, initiatives, and operational projects supporting the Corporate Integrity Program.
- Directs and oversee day-to-day compliance program operations, including assigned compliance initiatives, issue resolution processes, and program administration activities across enterprise entities. Lead, coach, and manage compliance staff, including assigning priorities, monitoring performance, and supporting staff development and operational effectiveness.
- Serve as a compliance resource to leaders, departments, and committees by providing guidance on regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and compliance-related risk matters. Chair and facilitate compliance committee meetings across Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (CSMC), Cedars-Sinai Medical Network (CSMN), Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital (CSMH), and Accountable Compliance Partners (ACPs).
- Direct the development, implementation, maintenance, and periodic review of Corporate Integrity and compliance policies, standards, and governance documentation to support regulatory alignment, operational consistency, and organizational accountability. Oversee updates to the Standards of Conduct in collaboration with leadership and ensure enterprise-wide accessibility and communication through established compliance resources and systems. Manage the Corporate Integrity policy portfolio within the policy management system, including policies related to compliance reporting, hotline operations, workforce training, sanctioned individual and entity screening, fraud, waste and abuse prevention, and gifts and business courtesies.
- Manage enterprise compliance education activities, including new-hire and annual training assignments, curriculum coordination, learning management system oversight, and completion tracking.
- Coordinate and oversee compliance hotline operations, intake processes, issue triage, investigations, corrective action follow-up, and case documentation in collaboration with Human Resources, Legal Affairs, and operational leaders.
- Direct sanction screening and exclusion monitoring activities for workforce members and applicable third parties across Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, the Medical Network, and Marina Hospital. Oversee review, escalation, investigation, and documentation processes related to potential or confirmed exclusions, and ensure screening activities are conducted in accordance with applicable federal and state regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
- Support organizational responses to audits, government inquiries, regulatory reviews, and monitoring activities by coordinating documentation, corrective action plans (CAPs), and status reporting.
- Monitor changes in healthcare laws, regulations, and compliance guidance to evaluate operational impact, identify potential areas of risk, and recommend program enhancements or mitigation activities. Prepare and communicate updates on Corporate Integrity matters to the Vice President of Corporate Integrity, including analysis of complex compliance issues, emerging risks, and operational considerations affecting the organization.
- Develop and maintain compliance metrics, dashboards, reports, and presentations to support program oversight, regulatory readiness, and informed decision-making by executive leadership, committees, and governing bodies. Present operational updates, compliance activities, and program performance information to leadership, the Board, the Corporate Integrity Committee, and other governance groups, as requested by the Vice President of Corporate Integrity.
- Coordinate periodic compliance risk assessments, monitoring activities, and related follow-up efforts to evaluate program effectiveness, identify operational vulnerabilities, and support risk reduction initiatives. Review incident reports, trends, and monitoring results to identify areas of concern and recommend corrective or preventive actions. Develop and maintain program metrics, dashboards, and written reports to monitor compliance activities, track program performance, and support leadership reporting.
- Oversee administration of conflict-of-interest disclosure and gifts/business courtesies reporting processes, including questionnaire administration, documentation review, issue escalation, record maintenance, and related compliance follow-up activities for leadership and governing bodies. Support periodic evaluation and refinement of associated policies and procedures, and prepare reports, summaries, and related materials for leadership, the Board, and applicable compliance committees.
- Maintain compliance program records, reporting tools, and evidence repositories to support audits, investigations, and governance requirements.
- Build collaborative working relationships with operational leaders and cross-functional teams to promote consistent compliance practices and effective communication throughout the organization. Collaborate with departments to identify high-risk roles and ensure job-function-specific compliance training is provided.
- Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and respectful workplace conduct consistent with organizational mission, values, and standards of conduct. Support organizational compliance and ethics initiatives, including administration of culture assessment activities and incorporation of findings into ongoing program improvement efforts.
- Support development of training content that integrates emerging risks and regulatory changes, and coordinate exemptions/extensions with HR and the Executive Compliance Council.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or other related healthcare, compliance, regulatory, or business discipline required.
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA), Juris Doctor (JD), or other advanced degree related to healthcare administration, compliance, law, business operation, public policy, or risk management preferred.
Experience:
10 years leadership experience in healthcare compliance, corporate integrity, internal audit, risk management, regulatory oversight, or related operational compliance functions within a complex healthcare or regulated environment.
Relevant experience may include past legal, internal audit, external audit, risk assurance, regulatory, or other compliance experience. Experience leading risk-based audit and monitoring programs, corrective action plan remediation, and reporting to audit, risk, and compliance committees is desirable. Prior executive level management experience and professional certification (e.g., CHC, CCEP, CPA, CIA, CISA) preferred.
8 years experience supporting investigations, audits, compliance monitoring activities, corrective action planning, and executive-level reporting preferred.
About us
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the Team
Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 915 licensed beds, 2,993 physicians, 4,700+ nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.
Req ID 21214
Working Title Director, Corporate Compliance - #1 Hospital in CA
Department Corporate Compliance
Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category Compliance / Quality
Job Specialty Policy Compliance
Overtime Status EXEMPT
Primary Shift Day
Shift Duration 8 hour
Base Pay $92.68 - $162.19
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Our compensation philosophy
We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base pay range shown generally applies to the greater Los Angeles area and may vary based on work location. Our range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including knowledge/skills: relevant experience and training, education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. The base pay range does not include any incentive payments that may be applicable to a role. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision (PDF).
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
Job ID 21214
Location Los Angeles, California, United States
Job Category Compliance / Quality
Date posted 10/27/2026
Job Description
The Director, Corporate Compliance leads the implementation and ongoing administration of compliance programs aligned with the seven elements of an effective compliance program under the U.S. Federal Sentencing Guidelines and applicable guidance issued by the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General. The Director oversees day-to-day compliance operations across Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, the Medical Network, and Marina Hospital, and serves as a primary resource for regulatory and compliance-related matters. Responsibilities include directing the evaluation, investigation, documentation, and resolution of potential compliance concerns; overseeing compliance monitoring, effectiveness tracking, and reporting activities; and leading initiatives that promote adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements. Under the direction of the Vice President of Corporate Integrity and Chief Compliance Officer, the Director provides leadership representation on compliance-related committees, initiatives, and operational projects supporting the Corporate Integrity Program.
- Directs and oversee day-to-day compliance program operations, including assigned compliance initiatives, issue resolution processes, and program administration activities across enterprise entities. Lead, coach, and manage compliance staff, including assigning priorities, monitoring performance, and supporting staff development and operational effectiveness.
- Serve as a compliance resource to leaders, departments, and committees by providing guidance on regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and compliance-related risk matters. Chair and facilitate compliance committee meetings across Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (CSMC), Cedars-Sinai Medical Network (CSMN), Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital (CSMH), and Accountable Compliance Partners (ACPs).
- Direct the development, implementation, maintenance, and periodic review of Corporate Integrity and compliance policies, standards, and governance documentation to support regulatory alignment, operational consistency, and organizational accountability. Oversee updates to the Standards of Conduct in collaboration with leadership and ensure enterprise-wide accessibility and communication through established compliance resources and systems. Manage the Corporate Integrity policy portfolio within the policy management system, including policies related to compliance reporting, hotline operations, workforce training, sanctioned individual and entity screening, fraud, waste and abuse prevention, and gifts and business courtesies.
- Manage enterprise compliance education activities, including new-hire and annual training assignments, curriculum coordination, learning management system oversight, and completion tracking.
- Coordinate and oversee compliance hotline operations, intake processes, issue triage, investigations, corrective action follow-up, and case documentation in collaboration with Human Resources, Legal Affairs, and operational leaders.
- Direct sanction screening and exclusion monitoring activities for workforce members and applicable third parties across Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, the Medical Network, and Marina Hospital. Oversee review, escalation, investigation, and documentation processes related to potential or confirmed exclusions, and ensure screening activities are conducted in accordance with applicable federal and state regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
- Support organizational responses to audits, government inquiries, regulatory reviews, and monitoring activities by coordinating documentation, corrective action plans (CAPs), and status reporting.
- Monitor changes in healthcare laws, regulations, and compliance guidance to evaluate operational impact, identify potential areas of risk, and recommend program enhancements or mitigation activities. Prepare and communicate updates on Corporate Integrity matters to the Vice President of Corporate Integrity, including analysis of complex compliance issues, emerging risks, and operational considerations affecting the organization.
- Develop and maintain compliance metrics, dashboards, reports, and presentations to support program oversight, regulatory readiness, and informed decision-making by executive leadership, committees, and governing bodies. Present operational updates, compliance activities, and program performance information to leadership, the Board, the Corporate Integrity Committee, and other governance groups, as requested by the Vice President of Corporate Integrity.
- Coordinate periodic compliance risk assessments, monitoring activities, and related follow-up efforts to evaluate program effectiveness, identify operational vulnerabilities, and support risk reduction initiatives. Review incident reports, trends, and monitoring results to identify areas of concern and recommend corrective or preventive actions. Develop and maintain program metrics, dashboards, and written reports to monitor compliance activities, track program performance, and support leadership reporting.
- Oversee administration of conflict-of-interest disclosure and gifts/business courtesies reporting processes, including questionnaire administration, documentation review, issue escalation, record maintenance, and related compliance follow-up activities for leadership and governing bodies. Support periodic evaluation and refinement of associated policies and procedures, and prepare reports, summaries, and related materials for leadership, the Board, and applicable compliance committees.
- Maintain compliance program records, reporting tools, and evidence repositories to support audits, investigations, and governance requirements.
- Build collaborative working relationships with operational leaders and cross-functional teams to promote consistent compliance practices and effective communication throughout the organization. Collaborate with departments to identify high-risk roles and ensure job-function-specific compliance training is provided.
- Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and respectful workplace conduct consistent with organizational mission, values, and standards of conduct. Support organizational compliance and ethics initiatives, including administration of culture assessment activities and incorporation of findings into ongoing program improvement efforts.
- Support development of training content that integrates emerging risks and regulatory changes, and coordinate exemptions/extensions with HR and the Executive Compliance Council.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or other related healthcare, compliance, regulatory, or business discipline required.
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA), Juris Doctor (JD), or other advanced degree related to healthcare administration, compliance, law, business operation, public policy, or risk management preferred.
Experience:
10 years leadership experience in healthcare compliance, corporate integrity, internal audit, risk management, regulatory oversight, or related operational compliance functions within a complex healthcare or regulated environment.
Relevant experience may include past legal, internal audit, external audit, risk assurance, regulatory, or other compliance experience. Experience leading risk-based audit and monitoring programs, corrective action plan remediation, and reporting to audit, risk, and compliance committees is desirable. Prior executive level management experience and professional certification (e.g., CHC, CCEP, CPA, CIA, CISA) preferred.
8 years experience supporting investigations, audits, compliance monitoring activities, corrective action planning, and executive-level reporting preferred.
About us
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the Team
Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 915 licensed beds, 2,993 physicians, 4,700+ nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.
Req ID 21214
Working Title Director, Corporate Compliance - #1 Hospital in CA
Department Corporate Compliance
Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category Compliance / Quality
Job Specialty Policy Compliance
Overtime Status EXEMPT
Primary Shift Day
Shift Duration 8 hour
Base Pay $92.68 - $162.19
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Our compensation philosophy
We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base pay range shown generally applies to the greater Los Angeles area and may vary based on work location. Our range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including knowledge/skills: relevant experience and training, education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. The base pay range does not include any incentive payments that may be applicable to a role. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision (PDF).
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
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Which companies sponsor visas for compliance associates in California?
Financial institutions and technology companies account for the majority of compliance associate sponsorships in California. Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Charles Schwab, and JPMorgan Chase regularly sponsor compliance roles in the state. On the tech side, companies like Google, Meta, and Salesforce also hire compliance associates who require visa sponsorship, particularly for roles focused on data privacy and regulatory affairs.
Which visa types are most common for compliance associate roles in California?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for compliance associates in California, as most roles require at least a bachelor's degree in a related field such as finance, law, or business. Employers may also sponsor through the TN visa for Canadian and Mexican nationals whose roles qualify under the NAFTA professional categories. Candidates already holding OPT or STEM OPT may also find employers willing to support an H-1B visa transition.
Which cities in California have the most compliance associate sponsorship jobs?
San Francisco and the broader Bay Area lead the state in compliance associate sponsorship volume, driven by the concentration of financial services firms and technology companies. Los Angeles follows closely, with strong demand from entertainment, healthcare, and financial sectors. San Jose also sees consistent postings, particularly for compliance roles tied to technology product regulation and data privacy.
How to find compliance associate visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters compliance associate roles by visa sponsorship availability, so you can search California-based positions without sorting through employers who do not sponsor. The platform surfaces roles from financial institutions, tech companies, and healthcare organizations across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose, making it easier to identify employers actively willing to support your visa.
Are there any California-specific factors that affect compliance associate sponsorship?
California's strict consumer privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act, have increased demand for compliance professionals with data privacy expertise, which can strengthen a candidate's sponsorship case by demonstrating a specialized skill set. The state also applies California prevailing wage standards alongside federal Department of Labor requirements, meaning employers must meet competitive wage thresholds when filing Labor Condition Applications for sponsored compliance associates.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored compliance associate jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.