Senior Compliance Specialist - France & EMEA Proctor Bureau

Additional Locations: France-Voisins le Bretonneux

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At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

As a Senior Compliance Specialist, you will go beyond operational support to drive the development and execution of Boston Scientific’s local compliance strategy. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, you will help navigate complex ethical decisions, represent Boston Scientific in key external associations, and play a pivotal role in advancing a culture of integrity across France and the broader EMEA region. This is a high-impact role requiring strong judgment, business acumen, and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape ethical business practices, build trust, and ensure long-term sustainability in alignment with Boston Scientific’s mission of Advancing Science for Life.

Work model, sponsorship, relocation:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:

Governance and strategy

• Represent Boston Scientific in local trade associations (e.g., SNITEM) to ensure alignment with evolving industry codes and regulations

• Chair the local compliance committee in France, driving effective governance and timely decision-making

• Lead the annual risk assessment process by partnering with the Country Leadership Team to identify and prioritize key compliance risks

• Drive the strategy and execution of Annual Country Compliance Plans, aligning initiatives with risk assessments and compliance objectives

• Track progress of key initiatives, report on compliance KPIs, and escalate material risks as appropriate

Culture and partnership development

• Partner closely with the Country Leadership Team in France to embed compliance into commercial and operational strategies

• Act as a visible compliance ambassador and business partner, fostering a speak-up culture and ethical decision-making

• Design and deliver engaging compliance training and communication programs tailored to various levels of the organization

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Commercial Divisions, HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure proactive, solution-oriented compliance

• Represent France in regional and global compliance forums to share local insights and ensure alignment across business units

Operational support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for review and approval of HCP/HCO interactions in France and the EMEA Proctor Bureau

• Ensure documentation, due diligence, and approvals are compliant with internal controls, SOPs, and MedTech/local codes

• Provide expert-level advice on complex compliance scenarios, including high-risk and non-standard cases

• Deliver timely, pragmatic guidance on both local and international compliance policies (e.g., MedTech Europe Code, Anti-Gift Law)

• Monitor and drive continuous improvement of compliance systems, workflows, and internal controls

• Mentor and support junior compliance professionals and business partners to build internal compliance capabilities

Qualifications:

Required qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in compliance, legal, or a related field, preferably within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare sector

• Deep understanding of local and international healthcare compliance regulations, including MedTech Europe Code and Anti-Gift Law

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Excellent communication skills in both English and French

Preferred qualifications:
• Familiarity with compliance systems and tools used in multinational organizations
• Previous experience supporting operational compliance activities or anti-bribery/anti-corruption audit activities across EMEA

Requisition ID: 616676

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!