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At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
 

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
 

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Job Description
 

Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide. Headquartered in Foster City, California, Gilead has operations in North, South and Central America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Gilead makes it a priority to increase access to its medicines for people who can benefit from them, regardless of where they live or their economic status. 

Senior Manager, Ethics and Compliance Investigations

 About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented person to join Gilead’s Ethics & Compliance Investigations team.  The ideal candidate will manage and oversee the organization’s ethics hotline, ensuring that all reports are handled promptly, confidentially, and in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Moreover, this individual will play a crucial role in influencing Gilead’s ethical standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting the company’s ethical culture which is rooted in a commitment to doing the right thing.

Location:  Foster City, California

Responsibilities:

• Manage misconduct concerns raised including from the Ethics Hotline, ensuring its operation as a central and effective channel for reporting and misconduct and addressing ethical concerns throughout the organization.
• Assess and manage compliance concerns reported from various sources, emphasizing our commitment to ethical conduct and ensure reports are triaged appropriately to reach the right team.
• Maintain accurate records of ethics and compliance activities and reports of misconduct while maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the reporting and/or investigation process.  
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to promote awareness of the Ethics Hotline and other reporting channels to cultivate an ethical “speak up” culture rooted in doing what’s right.
• Partner closely with the Employee Relations & Litigation & Investigation teams and other relevant functions to create a seamless partnership and alignment of core strategies. 
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to recommend, determine, and influence appropriate courses of action including trend identification, root causal analyses and remediation.
• Develop and execute protocols for receiving, documenting, and responding to reports made through various sources including the Ethics Hotline, ensuring a commitment to transparency, confidentiality, and accountability. 
• Assist in the preparation of reports for senior management, Board of Directors, and regulatory bodies.
• Propose and provide training and awareness programs on ethics and compliance issues to employees and other stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging risks related to ethics and compliance. 

Minimum Education & Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience in ethics and compliance, risk management, or related field, preferably within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven ability to assess and manage compliance concerns reported from various sources, emphasizing the organization’s commitment to ethical conduct. 
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to ethics, compliance, and corporate governance. 
• Experience in collaborating with key stakeholders to determine appropriate courses of action and aligning ethics and compliance efforts with organizational objectives. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and dynamic culture.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, develop effective strategies, and make informed recommendations in high-pressure situations. 
• Demonstrated approach to operating in a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability, particularly within changing regulatory environments.
• Strong report writing skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely document findings and recommendations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. 

Personal Competencies/ Behaviors:

• High level of ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to upholding the highest levels of ethical conduct within the organization. 
• The ideal candidate will be solutions- and results-orientated and will display personal and professional maturity.
• Excellent influencing, interpersonal and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to network, engage and partner with other functions, and establish positive relationships.
• Strong judgment with proven ability to identify to implement solutions.
• Strong organizational and project management skills and ability to execute through others.
• Proven analytical skills and sound judgment.
• Practical approach to problem-solving.
• Consistently demonstrate and adhere to Gilead’s Core Values and create and inspire a team culture committed to the same.

Gilead Core Values Gilead Core Values

• Integrity (Doing What’s Right)
• Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)
• Teamwork (Working Together)
• Excellence (Being Your Best)
• Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

 

The salary range for this position is: $154,020.00 - $199,320.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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