Amylyx Pharmaceuticals

Vice President, Compliance

Cambridge, MA · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$15k-$20kDetected 8 days ago

ComplianceProject ManagementStrategic CommunicationsAuditingRecruitingMedical DevicesLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

Amylyx is seeking an experienced and business-oriented compliance leader to serve as Vice President, Compliance.
The Vice President, Compliance will play a critical leadership role in fostering a culture of integrity and accountability, establishing a launch-ready compliance infrastructure, and serving as a trusted advisor to business leaders across the organization.
We anticipate hiring the VP, Compliance in September 2026

Build a compliance program consistent with industry standards and regulatory expectations, including policies and procedures, training and communications, auditing and monitoring, investigations, corrective actions, and ongoing risk assessment.
Partner with the Executive Leadership Team and Board to establish and reinforce a strong tone from the top, embedding compliance and ethical conduct into leadership communications, business operations, strategic initiatives, and organizational culture.
Drive the Company's Compliance Committee and compliance reporting to the Board and Audit Committee.
Build compliance operations, including transparency reporting, fair market value processes, grants and sponsorship review, third-party due diligence, conflict-of-interest processes, investigations, and monitoring activities.
Partner with the Deputy General Counsel to execute and evolve the Company's Enterprise Risk Management program.
Help build and mentor a high-performing compliance organization and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Develop and lead the Company's compliance training and communications strategy, translating legal and regulatory requirements into practical, business-relevant guidance.
Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and drive execution.

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, a problem-solving mindset, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel approximately 15-20% of time.

Bachelor's degree required
Juris Doctor, Masters and/or Compliance Certification (CCEP), or comparable professional qualifications strongly preferred.
Experience supporting one or more U.S. pharmaceutical product launches preferred.

The pay range posted below represents our good faith estimate of compensation for this role, based on market data and internal benchmarks.
Estimated Pay Range
$298,000 - $335,000 USD
Amylyx's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.

The successful candidate will combine strategic vision with operational excellence, demonstrating the ability to build programs, influence stakeholders, and execute effectively in a dynamic biotechnology environment.

We are a clinical-stage company currently focused on post-bariatric hypoglycemia (PBH), Wolfram syndrome, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Our mission is powered by our people.

If you need an accommodation, please let your Amylyx Talent Acquisition contact know.

Build compliance operations, including transparency reporting, fair market value processes, grants and sponsorship review, third-party due diligence, conflict-of-interest processes, investigations, and monitoring activities.

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