Director, Regulatory Compliance - Diabetes

Posted:
9/19/2025, 6:20:55 AM

Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ Los Angeles, California, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 22 Sep 2025


 

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our Regulatory Affairs team as the Director of Regulatory Compliance. This role provides strategic leadership for end-to-end regulatory compliance, process efficiency, and cross-functional alignment across the Regulatory Science & Communications (RSC) organization. The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing team, manage critical regulatory processes, and ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

Strategic Leadership and Compliance: 

  • Provide strategic leadership to ensure regulatory compliance and process efficiency across the RSC organization.
  • Develop and implement regulatory strategies that support business goals and meet global regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO, EU MDR, etc.).
  • Monitor changes in regulatory laws and standards, implementing necessary updates to maintain compliance. 

 

Team and Vendor Management: 

  • Manage and develop a team of Regulatory Affairs professionals, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, overcoming obstacles, and fostering professional growth.
  • Drive and manage strategic and collaborative relationships with third-party vendors, overseeing all related contracts. 

 

Regulatory Oversight and Risk Management: 

  • Work with functional teams and local operating companies to ensure oversight and up-to-date communication on planned submissions.
  • Identify and escalate risks related to regulatory compliance, recommending changes to labeling, manufacturing, marketing, and clinical protocols as needed. 

 

Advertising and Promotional Materials: 

  • Lead the advertising and promotional materials review processes within Regulatory Affairs, ensuring cross-functional alignment with marketing, medical affairs, legal, and RA stakeholders. 

 

Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement: 

  • Lead the development and implementation of policies, processes, tracking systems, and training programs for the RSC organization.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance regulatory operations, including monitoring and improving tracking/control systems. 

 

Cross-Functional Collaboration: 

  • Actively participate in the Regulatory Science & Communications Leadership Team, providing input on strategic, portfolio, human capital, and financial decisions.
  • Collaborate with corporate teams to support compliance and other critical functions across the organization. 

 

Budget Management: 

  • Manage the budget, including technology licenses, vendor services, and team resources, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. 

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience and 7 years of leadership experience
  • Or, Advanced degree with 8+ years of experience and 7 years of leadership experience

Nice To Have

  • Proven experience developing and implementing global regulatory strategies.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, including FDA, ISO, EU MDR, and other global standards
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, teams, and vendor relationships effectively.
  • Track record of driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. 
  • Strategic thinking and decision-making.
  • Strong problem-solving and risk management abilities.
  • Ability to lead and collaborate in a cross-functional, global environment.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to compliance. 

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation
 

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$186,400.00 - $279,600.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others)

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

 

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

 

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

 

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

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Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. 
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