ZEISS Group · 1 day ago
Corporate Counsel – Compliance & Regulatory
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$144K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expZEISS Group is a pioneer in the science and technology sector with a long-standing history. They are seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel – Compliance & Regulatory to lead compliance and regulatory initiatives for Carl Zeiss Vision, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations and providing legal support across various areas.
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Responsibilities
Advise on compliance and regulatory matters, including healthcare laws and industry standards
Serve as a subject matter expert on:
Anti-Kickback Statute and Sunshine Act compliance
HIPAA and data privacy regulations
FDA regulatory requirements for medical devices
Develop, implement, and monitor compliance programs and policies
Act as Compliance Officer and HIPAA Officer for designated business units
Provide legal guidance on marketing, sales, and distribution practices to ensure compliance
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with compliance considerations
Support development and management of franchise business model, including complying with corporate practice of medicine/optometry and other legal requirements and assist in maintaining compliance records. Coordinate with outside counsel as needed and monitor changes in franchise law and state optometry related laws impacting the model
Support other legal topics as needed, including commercial contracts, vendor agreements, and general corporate matters
Conduct internal audits and risk assessments; manage investigations and remediation plans
Support the business on employment law matters, including employee relations, policies, and compliance
Lead or support compliance training initiatives, including developing materials and delivering training to business teams
Assist with global compliance initiatives and coordinate with international Zeiss legal teams as necessary
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Regulatory Affairs, Privacy, HR, and Operations)
Stay current on evolving healthcare regulations and industry best practices
Manage relationships with external counsel and regulatory agencies when required
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top-tier law school; active license to practice law in the U.S
5–10 years of legal experience, with a strong focus on healthcare compliance and regulatory matters
Prior experience at a law firm or in-house legal department focused on medical devices
Proven expertise in: Anti-Kickback Statute, Sunshine Act, and related state laws
Healthcare fraud and abuse laws and general regulatory enforcement considerations
HIPAA and data privacy laws
FDA regulations for medical devices
Strong understanding of risk management and compliance frameworks
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities
High degree of integrity and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information
Preferred
Experience serving as a Compliance Officer and HIPAA Officer
Experience advising on employment and franchising law matters
Experience operating in a matrixed global organization
Familiarity with compliance standards and multi-jurisdictional regulations
Experience managing Sunshine Act and Transparency reporting system in a medical device setting
Experience in the medical device or healthcare industry
Knowledge of data security and cybersecurity compliance
Experience with employment law matters and/or franchise law
Experience supporting or conducting internal investigations
Experience drafting SOPs, policies, and compliance governance documentation
Working knowledge of GDPR or international privacy obligations
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
401k Matching
Employee Assistance Programs
Vacation and sick pay
Company
ZEISS Group
Zeiss is a manufacturer of optical systems, industrial measurements, and medical devices.
10001+ employees
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