Director, Ethics & Compliance Investigations

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end internal investigations of alleged misconduct, including matters related to fraud, conflicts of interest, inappropriate interactions with healthcare professionals, misuse of company, employee or patient information, and other compliance or regulatory concerns.
• Conduct fact-finding interviews, review documentation and data, and develop clear, well-documented findings and recommendations.
• Develop and execute investigation plans, identifying key witnesses, documents, and systems for evidence collection.
• Partner with Legal, Employee Relations, Corporate Security, Internal Audit, and other stakeholders to ensure investigations are coordinated, consistent, and aligned across the enterprise.
• Work closely with the hotline intake team to ensure accurate triage, categorization, and routing of concerns.
• Support the hotline function through intake process improvements, metrics and dashboard development, and preparation of Board- and business-level reports on trends and program effectiveness.
• Maintain timely, complete case documentation in the case management system and ensure closure summaries meet program standards.
• Identify systemic issues and recommend process or policy improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Actively promote a culture of ethics, compliance, and 'speak up' across the organization.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior investigators.
• Support continuous improvement of investigation protocols and tools, ensuring alignment with OIG/DOJ guidance and industry best practices.

Personal Competencies

• High level of ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to upholding the highest levels of ethical conduct within the organization.
• Solutions- and results-oriented, with personal and professional maturity.
• Excellent influencing, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to network, engage, and partner with other functions and establish positive relationships.
• Strong judgment with proven ability to identify and implement solutions.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to execute through others.
• Practical approach to problem-solving.
• Consistently demonstrates and adheres to Gilead's Core Values, creating and inspiring a team culture committed to the same.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and Twelve Years' Experience OR Masters' Degree and Ten Years' Experience OR PhD and Ten Years' Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• JD or other advanced degree preferred.
• Experience conducting or managing internal investigations in a corporate, legal, or government enforcement setting. Healthcare, biotech, life sciences, or related industry experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead sensitive investigations with discretion, independence, and professionalism.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and guidance, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, False Claims Act, and OIG/DOJ guidance.
• Strong interviewing, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Demonstrated approach to operating in a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability, particularly within changing regulatory environments.