Compliance Director
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Compliance Director to lead a global compliance function within an innovative organisation in the high-value medical technology sector, operating within stringent quality and regulatory environments. Reporting to the board,you will drive a best-in-class compliance programme, ensuring strong governance and adherence to global ethical, legal, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the global compliance framework (policies, risk, governance)
- Provide expert guidance on anti-bribery, GDPR, export controls, and ethics
- Support alignment with global regulatory and quality standards (e.g. ISO frameworks and medical device regulations)
- Oversee whistleblowing (Speak Up) processes and investigations
- Drive compliance risk assessments and regulatory horizon scanning
- Deliver training to embed a strong culture of integrity and accountability
- Partner globally to ensure compliance is embedded across operations
About You
- Proven experience in a senior global compliance role
- Strong knowledge of international regulations (e.g. UK Bribery Act, GDPR, FCPA)
- Experience working within regulated, quality-driven environments (e.g. medical devices, life sciences, or similar)
- Understanding of ISO and regulatory frameworks within a broader compliance context
- Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills
Why Apply?
- Senior leadership role with global impact
- Opportunity to shape compliance strategy in a regulated, innovation-led sector
- Competitive salary, bonus and strong benefits package
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Legal
Focus: Corporate Law
Industry: Pharmaceuticals
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Director
Location: Edinburgh
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: H7PCU0-DBBB305B
Date posted: 21 May 2026
Consultant: Ben Appleton
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