Monika Rector
Chalfont,PA
Summary
Dynamic Compliance Officer with expertise in risk assessment, policy development, and compliance monitoring. Proven track record in fostering ethical cultures and driving compliance initiatives across organizations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Compliance Officer
Stryker
Chalfont, PA
01.2024 - 02.2026
- Directed a robust compliance program across commercial and scientific organizations, establishing tone at the top, driving an enterprise-wide culture of compliance, and implementing strategies to empower leadership in identifying and managing ethical and regulatory risks.
- Developed and oversaw policies, procedures, training, and guidance aligned with laws, industry codes, and corporate ethical standards; ensured effective controls including written standards, education/communication, auditing/monitoring, third-party oversight, and corrective actions.
- Served as trusted advisor and strategic partner to senior business leaders, influencing outcomes, mitigating significant compliance risks, and enabling business results in complex environments.
- Led annual end-to-end risk assessments (partnering with privacy and other functions) to identify control gaps and recommend enhancements; maintained expert knowledge of evolving regulations and fostered continuous improvement.
- Partnered with management to embed compliance ownership, create two-way dialogue on ethical standards, and promote accountability across functional groups.
Healthcare Compliance Officer
Johnson & Johnson
West Chester, PA
11.2013 - 12.2023
- Led and supervised compliance teams through organizational changes, including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, performance management, professional development, and compensation decisions.
- Directed development and harmonization of policies, procedures, and processes (e.g., authored global One MD Product Development policy; streamlined needs assessments, educational grants, and transparency governance into unified frameworks).
- Oversaw monitoring, advisory, and risk mitigation activities; provided guidance on complex ethical matters, conflicts of interest, charitable contributions, and cross-functional reviews to ensure adherence to ethical standards and regulatory requirements.
- Built and led global governance teams (e.g., Global MedTech Transaction/Transparency Management Governance Team) and initiatives (e.g., HCC HIVE for inclusion/connections) to promote ethical culture and collaboration.
- Acted as trusted advisor on global leadership teams, cross-sector task forces, and business committees; partnered with senior executives, legal, privacy, and other compliance functions to resolve elevated issues and implement risk-based priorities.
- Managed annual risk assessments and simplified processes to enhance business efficiency while protecting organizational integrity.
Director, PRIZMA Change Management & Integration
Johnson & Johnson
West Chester, PA
03.2018 - 09.2019
- Selected for leadership role overseeing global change management and integration of a new Health Care Provider engagement/compliance system (PRIZMA); led cross-sector harmonization, team guidance, and successful implementation across medical device companies.
- Managed third-party consultants, streamlined processes, identified system limitations, and led feedback/rollback efforts to ensure ethical and compliant operations during transition.
- Oversaw and managed project timelines, budgets, and accountability among team members and business partners
Healthcare Compliance and Privacy Officer
Johnson & Johnson
Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
12.2005 - 11.2013
- Led implementation of sector-specific ethical guidance, PhRMA Code, transparency/due diligence requirements, and compliance systems (Totality); managed integrations during acquisitions.
- Recruited, hired, and supervised direct reports including professional development and mentoring.
- Represented compliance on global leadership teams, and drove broader initiatives (employee engagement, health/wellness).
- Led the implementation of FDA requirements for third party due diligence across the global consumer business units.
Area Business Sales Manager
Johnson & Johnson
Chalfont, Pennsylvania
01.2003 - 12.2005
- Led and managed 10+ direct reports through organizational changes, including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and professional development.
- Developed and delivered account management solutions, policies, guidelines, and performance metrics to drive ethical business practices and results.
Education
MBA - Finance
East Carolina University
Greenville, North Carolina, NCSkills
- Team Building & Development
- Policy Development
- Effective Training & Communication
- Risk Assessment
- Regulatory guidance
- Compliance Monitoring, Auditing & Risk Mitigation
- Trusted Advisor
- Performance management
Certification
Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP)
Timeline
Compliance Officer
Stryker
01.2024 - 02.2026
Director, PRIZMA Change Management & Integration
Johnson & Johnson
03.2018 - 09.2019
Healthcare Compliance Officer
Johnson & Johnson
11.2013 - 12.2023
Healthcare Compliance and Privacy Officer
Johnson & Johnson
12.2005 - 11.2013
Area Business Sales Manager
Johnson & Johnson
01.2003 - 12.2005
MBA - Finance
East Carolina University