Sr. Compliance Counsel - San Diego HQ

## Who We Are : At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.## What We Do : Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose : to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis\

• and uterine fibroids,\
• as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit , and follow the company on , and . (
• in collaboration with AbbVie
• )## About the Role : The Sr. Compliance Counsel is responsible for broad compliance consultation and for recommending continuous solutions while executing and leading a team of compliance professionals who execute the Neurocrine Compliance and Ethics program to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.\_## Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to) :
• Provide clear and sound compliance advice to key stakeholders, executive management and employees at Neurocrine, consistent with applicable laws, regulations and Neurocrine policies
• Leads team of compliance professionals and ensures team executes on predetermined goals, provides coaching and mentoring, fosters Neurocrine’s culture and uses company programs and policies to attract and retain the best talent.
• Act as advisor and provide compliance input and expertise into business decisions, including development of solutions-orientated risk mitigation strategies
• Provide proactive risk assessments regarding the compliance / ethics program and provide recommendations for updates / changes to the program or business operations as needed
• Conduct and oversee compliance investigations regarding allegations of potential violations of law, company policy and / or ethical standards, prepare recommendations based on results of the investigations and implement corrective actions
• Proactively conduct monitoring and auditing to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and Neurocrine policies, including field rides, speaker programs and advisory boards
• Assess compliance training needs, develop and deliver effective and creative training, including written materials, computer-based training and live presentations
• Remain abreast of current case law, trends, and other legislative developments
• May supervise junior attorneys, compliance managers and / or lead indirect teams to include : reviewing redlines, supervising negotiations, providing training, and providing general guidance as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned / requested## Requirements :
• BA / BS Degree and Juris Doctorate Degree AND 12 years of legal and / or compliance experience including a minimum of three (3) years with the biotech / pharmaceutical or medical device industry OR
• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree AND 7+ years practice as an attorney in a well-regarded law firm and experience with a life sciences company, and / or a reputable, highly rated law firm with a focus on representing life science companies, or a combination of both. OR
• An active license to practice law in one of the 50 states or District of Columbia required
• Recognized as external expert in a strategic job function
• Requires broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories and techniques within a strategic job function
• Applies ingenuity and creativity to problem analysis and resolution in complicated and / or novel situations
• Influences internal / external business and / or industry issues that have an impact on Neurocrine
• Ability to drive strategic direction into tactical plans
• Ability to lead multiple teams
• Strong leadership, mentoring skills and abilities typically supervises lower levels and / or leads indirect teams
• Exceptional communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking, influencing skills
• Sets broader picture and longer-term vision for department
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines across a variety of projects / programs, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and re-prioritize tasks within short time frames, quickly distinguishing critical items from less important to-do’s
• Excellent project leadership skills
• Research skills
• Decision-making and planning skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to independently identify, analyze and render legal advice on complex issues
• Ability to deliver clear, concise and accurate advice, including the appropriate level of detail and anticipation of follow-up questions
• Ability to build consensus with diverse stakeholders and third parties and form strong, collaborative working relationships with clients
• Expertise with respect to corporate compliance is required
• Ability to identify strategic issues and propose solutions to those issues (whether solutions are adopted or not)
• Demonstrate cognitive agility through identifying strategic issues and ability to implement tactics to resolve those issues on a narrower basis
• Exhibit judgement consistent with a seasoned attorney
• Cross-enterprise issue spotting / engagement / influencing / identification
• Demonstrate a growth mindset through a willingness to accept feedback and possess a strong desire to improve skillsetsNeurocrine Biosciences is an EEO / Disability / Vets employer.We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.\_The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $217,700.00-$297,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties / requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 35% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver / parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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