Corporate Counsel - Ethics & Compliance, Global Investigations

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Corporate Counsel - Ethics & Compliance, Global Investigations

Baxter is a global healthcare company that has been in operation for over 85 years, dedicated to saving and sustaining lives. As a Corporate Counsel in the Ethics & Compliance group, you will play a critical role in conducting internal investigations and managing the E&C internal investigations program. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex and challenging cases, collaborate with colleagues from different functions, and contribute to the refinement and development of compliance-related processes. With a minimum of 5 years of experience and a . from an accredited law school, you can join the mission-driven team at Baxter and make a positive impact on the world.

Baxter's Impact on Healthcare

- Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home.
- For over 85 years, Baxter has pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.
- Baxter's work improves outcomes for millions of patients globally.

Join the Mission-Driven Team at Baxter

- Feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization.
- Work that makes a positive impact on people around the world.
- Create a place where you are happy, successful, and inspire each other.

Your Role as a Corporate Counsel

- Part of the Ethics and Compliance (E&C) group within Baxter's Legal Department.
- Reports to the Head of Global Investigations.
- Lead and help conduct investigations globally.
- Manage the E&C internal investigations program.

What You'll Be Doing

- Conduct complex internal investigations related to employee misconduct in violation of Baxter's policies and procedures.
- Assist in the triage of all allegations and reports raised to E&C.
- Collaborate with and provide guidance to E&C investigation team members and Baxter colleagues in other functions.
- Assist with E&C due diligence stemming from the Company's M&A activity.
- Perform special E&C-related projects on an ad hoc basis.
- Contribute to the refinement, development, and documentation of compliance- and investigations-related processes.

What You'll Bring

- Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.
- Minimum of 5 years of practice, preferably with a mix of law firm experience with government or in-house experience.
- Experience conducting internal investigations of potential violations of legal/regulatory requirements and of corporate policies/expectations.
- Knowledge of and experience with anti-corruption and bribery matters.
- Knowledge of and experience with pharmaceutical and medical device regulation preferred.
- Ability to prioritize workload, pay attention to detail, and make sound judgments.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fluency in English is required; Spanish capabilities are preferred.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for assignments as needed.

Salary and Benefits

- Estimated base salary for this position is $176,000 to $242,000 annually.
- Pay may vary based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.
- Eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or long-term incentive.
- Flexible workplace policy, with a minimum of 3 days a week onsite.
- Equal Employment Opportunity.
- Baxter is committed to equitable pay for all employees.
- Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
- Recruitment Fraud Notice.

Join Baxter and be part of a team dedicated to saving and sustaining lives. As a Corporate Counsel in the Ethics & Compliance group, you will have the opportunity to lead and conduct complex investigations globally, collaborate with colleagues from different functions, and contribute to the development of compliance-related processes. With a minimum of 5 years of experience and a . from an accredited law school, you can make a positive impact on the world while doing your best work.

and foreign enforcement or regulatory agencies preferred

knowledge of and experience with pharmaceutical and medical device regulation preferred

demonstrated ability to prioritize workload based on legal risk, work with minimal supervision, pay attention to detail, make sound judgments, and draft clear and concise investigation reports and other work product

excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with business leaders

fluency in english is required; spanish capabilities are preferred

willingness to travel domestically and internationally for assignments as needed

baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. if, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information

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