Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals

Manager, Compliance Operations

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals$128K — $140K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years in compliance, ethics, audit, monitoring within biotech, pharmaceutical or medical device sectors.
  • Experience in designing and executing compliance auditing and monitoring activities.
  • B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent required.
  • Certifications (CFE, CIA, CHC, PMP) are advantageous.
  • Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical industry laws and regulations including fraud and anti-kickback laws.
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and report-building software.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing Kiniksa's Compliance & Ethics auditing and monitoring plans.
  • Conduct audits and monitoring of Medical, Clinical, and Commercial activities.
  • Track and report on auditing and monitoring plan progress through data analysis.
  • Review Needs Assessment Forms and evaluate consulting engagements for FMV compliance.
  • Support compliance investigations and manage Ethics Hotline activities.
  • Promote a culture of compliance and personal accountability within the organization.
  • Identify opportunities for enhancing the Compliance & Ethics program based on legal and regulatory updates.

Benefits

  • Onsite work environment five days a week in Lexington, MA.
  • Diverse and inclusive company culture.
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
  • Support for travel expenses related to compliance auditing activities.
Full Job Description
Reporting to the VP, Head of Compliance, the Manager, Compliance Operations will serve an important role in the ongoing execution and continued enhancement of Kiniksa's Compliance & Ethics program.

This role is based in our Lexington, MA office and requires employees to be onsite five days per week.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):
  • Assist in the development and planning of Kiniksa's Compliance & Ethics auditing and monitoring plans to ensure Company compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies.
  • Conduct both live and desktop auditing and monitoring of Medical, Clinical, Commercial, and other departmental activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies.
  • Track and report progress of Compliance & Ethics auditing and monitoring plans, including drafting reports, communicating results, analyzing data, and supporting data analytics.
  • Review Needs Assessment Forms (NAFs), including review of any proposed consulting engagements and assessment of Fair Market Value (FMV) requirements.
  • Assist with identification and escalation of compliance or ethics issues or allegations which may require investigation, including supporting investigations and assisting with the management of the Company's Ethics Hotline.
  • Provide leadership in helping Kiniksa maintain and further develop a strong culture of compliance and ethics, including driving personal accountability for compliance and ethics.
  • Maintain awareness and application of applicable laws, regulations and leading practices for compliance and ethics, and identify opportunities to enhance Kiniksa's Compliance & Ethics program.

Standout Skills for Impact:

Compliance Audit & Monitoring Expertise
  • Drives execution of risk-based auditing and monitoring plans across Medical, Clinical, and Commercial functions to ensure adherence to global regulations and company policies.

Road Warrior Mindset
  • Thrives in a high-travel (up to 50%) environment, effectively conducting live audits and building strong on-the-ground relationships across teams.

Regulatory & Risk Intelligence
  • Deep knowledge of pharma compliance frameworks (AKS, anti-bribery, OIG guidance, transparency reporting) with the ability to proactively identify and escalate risks.

Data-Driven Insights & Reporting
  • Transforms audit findings into actionable insights through reporting, data analysis, and trend identification to strengthen the compliance program.

Investigations & Ethics Culture Champion
  • Supports investigations, manages hotline activity, and reinforces a culture of integrity, accountability, and ethical decision-making.

Stakeholder Influence & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partners effectively across departments to communicate findings, influence outcomes, and align on remediation strategies.

Process Improvement & Program Development
  • Continuously enhances compliance programs, monitoring strategies, and policies to align with evolving regulations and industry best practices.

Qualifications and Experience:
  • 4+ years in compliance, ethics, audit, monitoring and/or other related experience with biotechnology, pharmaceutical or medical device companies.
  • Experience developing and executing compliance and ethics auditing and monitoring activities.
  • B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent required.
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC), or Project Management Professional (PMP) a plus.
  • Knowledge of, and experience with, laws, regulations, and industry guidance that affect the pharmaceutical industry, including but not limited to fraud, waste and abuse regulations, anti-kickback and anti-bribery laws, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services OIG guidelines, transparency and aggregate spend reporting requirements, government settlements (e.g., Corporate Integrity Agreements, Deferred Prosecution Agreements), and state marketing and price reporting compliance laws.
  • Strong attention to detail and high-quality work product.
  • Project management experience and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced-environment and to handle multiple tasks.
  • Track record and commitment to highest compliance and ethical standards.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.), as well as previous significant experience using report building software (e.g., Tableau, Smartsheet, Cognos Report, Query Studio)
  • Ability to travel up to 50%.


Compensation decisions are based on objective criteria including role responsibilities, experience/qualifications, internal equity, geographic location, and external market benchmarks.

Pay Range

$128,000-$140,000 USD

About Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing therapies for patients suffering from debilitating diseases with significant unmet medical need. The company's pipeline includes several product candidates targeting autoinflammatory and autoimmune diseases. Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts. The company is committed to advancing science and improving the lives of patients through innovative research and development.
Learn more about Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals
Size
215 employees
Market Cap
$1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$161.3 million
Founded
2015
NASDAQ

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