Job Title: Director Privacy Counsel
Job Responsibilities:
As a key member of the Privacy Office in the company's Law Department, the Director Privacy Counsel plays a crucial role in enabling the rapidly growing and globally expanding business to develop and execute innovative data-driven strategies in compliance with data privacy and related laws. The successful candidate will effectively collaborate with colleagues in the Law Department and other functions within the company, provide expert and pragmatic counseling to senior leaders, and offer leadership and subject matter expertise to drive the continuous improvement and implementation of the company's data privacy program.
A typical day might include:
- Providing advice and counseling on a wide range of privacy and related issues such as advising on sensitive data, digital advertising, and the use of emerging technologies/AI.
- Strategically assessing potential privacy risks on new projects, including risk-mitigation counseling and advising on appropriate controls.
- Monitoring emerging regulations and supporting the operationalization of compliance with evolving laws.
- Upkeeping and developing internal policies, procedures, and guidance documents; educating business clients through training and awareness programs; improving and counseling on privacy program operations.
- Leading the company's Privacy Steward Council to drive initiatives that enhance data privacy across the organization.
- Collaborating with the Government Affairs division on opportunities to influence legislation.
- Assisting contracting teams in drafting, maintaining, and negotiating data processing agreements.
- Participating in industry group meetings to stay updated on best practices and emerging trends.
Education and Experience Information:
To be considered for this role, candidates must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and be licensed to practice law in New York (or be eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel). Candidates should have at least 7 years of legal experience at a law firm and/or in-house, with at least 3 years of experience in privacy. Experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or related life science industries is strongly preferred.
Salary Information:
The salary range for this position is between $202, and $336, annually. The salary ranges are provided in accordance with . law and apply to positions. For roles based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. For candidates outside the ., Japan, or Canada, salary and benefits information can be discussed with the recruiter.
Additional Information:
The company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the company's business.
Background checks will form part of the recruitment process to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment, such as identity, right to work, and educational qualifications, in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based.
