Now Hiring - Associate Director, Ethics & Compliance in Cambridge, MA

Associate Director, Ethics & Compliance

Overview

Alnylam (Nasdaq: ALNY) is delivering on a bold vision to turn scientific possibility into reality, with a robust RNA interference (RNAi) therapeutics platform. As the pioneer in RNAi and the leading RNAi therapeutics company, we have always been uncompromisingly dedicated to translating the breakthrough science into transformational medicines to help as many people as possible. Long focused on rare and genetic diseases, our scientific advances are now allowing us to bring the power of RNAi therapeutics to more prevalent diseases and as a result, we are beginning to recognize the full potential of this new class of medicines.

Alnylam is committed to its journey to become a top 5 independent, global biopharma company. We are already admired and recognized for our dedication to patients, company culture that empowers people to do their best work, track record of scientific innovation, social responsibility, and commercial excellence.

Founded in 2002, and headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Alnylam has over 1,650 employees at work across the globe. We are seeking smart, passionate, “change the world” kind of people who are ready to say, “challenge accepted” to our mission. Thanks to the commitment of every employee globally, Alnylam is proud to have been recognized as one of Fast Company’s 2021 Best Workplaces for Innovators, a Science Magazine Top Employer three years in a row (2[please apply online]), a Boston Globe Top Places to Work seven years in a row (2[please apply online]), a Great Place to Work in Asia, Japan, Brazil, the U.K., Germany, Spain, Netherlands, Italy, France and Switzerland, Seramount’s 100 Best Companies (formerly Working Mother 100 Best Companies) and Best Companies for Dads, Bloomberg’s Gender Equality Index two years in a row (2[please apply online]), among others. At Alnylam, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, culture, and workforce, and we support several Employee Resource Networks.

Reporting to the Senior Director, US Regional Lead, Ethics & Compliance, the Associate Director will support the design, implementation, and enhancement of an effective ethics and compliance program for Alnylam’s US Business. The Associate Director will work closely with colleagues in the broader Ethics & Compliance team, and with regional Legal and business colleagues to sustain Alnylam’s strong ethical culture and ensure employee adherence to the Company’s Code of Conduct and related rules, policies, and procedures.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Partner with employees and leadership to maintain and further develop throughout the organization a strong culture of ethics and compliance, including personal accountability at all levels in the organization with a spirit of partnership and positive problem solving
• Serve as the Compliance Business Partner for the US Rare Disease Business Unit
• Assist to evolve the compliance program within the US Region and ensure that it is consistent with the values and principles of the organization, fit for purpose and complies with applicable requirements
• Draft and/or update appropriate policies to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry codes and alignment with global policies
• Support the implementation and maintenance of US federal and state transparency reporting requirements and assist business leadership in meeting reporting obligations
• Assist in implementation and execution of risk based third party due diligence
• Support the implementation of a robust privacy program and help pull through privacy requirements within the US Business
• Prepare and deliver training and education to ensure understanding of employee responsibilities and ethics and compliance issues, as well as related policies and procedures
• Execute routine and risk-based monitoring and auditing of relevant US Business activities and related policies and procedures; identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; assist in and oversee the implementation of corrective action plans as necessary; and generate reports on monitoring, auditing and risk assessment for the US Business
• Travel required up to 50%
• Other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time in the company’s discretion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Juris Doctor strongly preferred, other relevant accreditations or degrees considered
• Minimum of 8+ years of professional experience, the ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of ethics, compliance and/or legal experience in an organization subject to US biopharmaceutical, medical device or other relevant healthcare compliance laws and regulations
• Prior pharmaceutical sales experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally in a team environment with a wide variety of company personnel on a broad range of matters
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to flourish in a fast-paced and high energy environment
• Able and eager to work independently and to manage and oversee discrete areas of responsibility with little direct supervision
• Able to thrive in a proactive ethical culture in which compliance and business objectives are mutually reinforcing; strong motivation and ability to champion a comprehensive compliance program that is integrated well with the Company’s business and culture
• Excellent organization, communication (verbal and written – fluency in English required) and prioritization skills, including the ability to communicate concisely, to integrate legal and business considerations, and to provide balanced advice regarding risks
• Experience with privacy and transparency reporting a plus.

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is an EEO employer committed to an exciting, diverse, and enriching work environment.