Director, Compliance - US Spine

Why Orthofix?

Guided by our organizational values – Take Ownership | Innovate Boldly | Win Together – we collaborate closely with world-class surgeons and other partners to improve people’s quality of life. At Orthofix, we want team members who build relationships and share knowledge, challenge the status quo, and deliver results every day to help us achieve our vision to be the unrivaled partner in Med Tech.

Our global team of over 1,600 employees brings to market highly innovative, cost-effective, and user-friendly medical technologies that heal musculoskeletal pathologies for patients and the healthcare professionals who treat them. Looking to change people’s lives? Look no further.

How you'll make a difference?

Orthofix is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Compliance, US Spine to lead and strengthen the compliance program for our U.S.-based Spine business unit. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to commercial and operational leadership, fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and ethical business practices.

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Global Compliance, the Director will design, implement, and continuously enhance compliance strategies, policies, training initiatives, and monitoring protocols in accordance with industry regulations and Orthofix standards. The ideal candidate brings deep healthcare regulatory expertise, sound judgment, and strong leadership to proactively identify and mitigate compliance risks.

What will your duties and responsibilities be?

The following are the essential functions of this position. This position may be responsible for performing additional duties and tasks as needed and assigned.

• Act as the lead compliance advisor for the U.S. Spine business unit.
• Collaborate with business leaders to provide strategic compliance counsel and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Design, develop, and maintain compliance policies, training programs, and standard operating procedures.
• Lead investigations into reported ethics or compliance concerns, ensuring timely and thorough resolution.
• Oversee compliance audits and monitoring activities, identifying trends and developing corrective action plans.
• Manage due diligence and onboarding processes for U.S.-based third parties, including distributors and sales agents, in collaboration with Compliance Operations.
• Guide internal and external stakeholders on compliant interactions with healthcare professionals (HCPs).
• Evaluate medical education grant requests and provide risk-based recommendations to the internal Grant Committee.
• Conduct field visits and ride-alongs to assess compliance practices in sales and marketing environments.
• Prepare reports and presentations for Executive and Board Compliance Committees, as needed.
• Lead compliance presentations and communications at national and regional sales meetings.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Regulatory, Internal Audit, and Commercial Operations to ensure an integrated approach to compliance.
• Monitor and assess regulatory changes and industry trends to proactively address emerging risks.
• Champion continuous improvement and innovation within the compliance function.

Education & Certifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) required.

Experience, Skills & Competencies

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in compliance, legal, or risk management, preferably in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or life sciences sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. healthcare laws and regulations (e.g., Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, Stark Law, and FCPA).
• Proven ability to lead compliance initiatives in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience managing investigations and handling sensitive compliance issues with discretion.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a risk-based mindset.
• High level of integrity and professionalism; ability to handle confidential information with care.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with compliance reporting tools and dashboards.
• Willingness to travel domestically (approximately 15–25%).

What qualifications are preferred?

Additional Experience, Skills & Competences

• Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) or equivalent.
• Experience in compliance auditing or monitoring.
• Familiarity with Orthofix systems, business processes, and global compliance structure.

Physical Requirements / Adverse Working Conditions

The physical requirements listed in this section include but are not limited to the motor/physical abilities, skills, and/or demands required of the position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to allow qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position.

• No additional physical requirements or essential functions for this position.

The anticipated salary for this position for an employee who is located in California is $200,000 to $235,000 per year, plus bonus, and benefits. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc. The Company is a multi-state employer and this pay scale may not reflect the pay scale for an employee who works in other states or locations.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status.

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