Data Privacy Officer, Counsel

Job Title: Data Privacy Officer, Counsel

Location: Cambridge, MA, Morristown, NJ

About the Job

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world. 

About Sanofi:
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities:

• Serve as internal Privacy Counsel and Privacy Officer for the US market

• Expert knowledge of data protection, information security, breach notification, data privacy policies and procedures, in compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, current State Privacy Laws in the US.

• Conduct data privacy impact assessments for projects/products within scope.

• Manage privacy and breach requirements including investigation, reporting, and remediation in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Liaise with regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders to address any data privacy concerns or compliance issues.

• Provide training and support to Sanofi business unit teams on data privacy best practices and leading data privacy implementation of new state laws.

• Ensure documentation and records of data processing activities are maintained accurately for audit purposes

About You

Basic Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school, preferably with a focus in data privacy, and a valid license to practice law in the US

• In depth knowledge of U.S. State and federal privacy laws/regulations (CCPA, HIPAA), data breach notification regulations and familiarity with AI regulations

• Legal, regulatory, and policy analytical ability and knowledge, including experience analyzing proposed laws or regulations relevant to information privacy

• Previous privacy/AI/breach notification/cybersecurity law, data loss prevention experience in a law firm

• Healthcare experience, specifically providing product counseling to Product Management in the pharma/biotech space

• Relevant privacy certifications (e.g., CIPP-US)

• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience.

• Strong Relationship-building, collaboration and working across functionally.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-experts.

• Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint and other corporate standard software - required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience counseling pharma/biotech companies on FDA or other relevant governmental agencies on healthcare matters

• Experience counseling large enterprises on privacy compliance matters

• Experience with privacy compliance management software

Professional Skills/Attributes:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Team player with a commitment to developing strong collaborative relationships with legal colleagues, business stakeholders and cross-functional teams

• Demonstrated ability to understand legal principles and compliance, as well as business requirements

• Commitment to proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and engaging with appropriate stakeholders to propose solutions

• Solutions-oriented; business-oriented

• Self-motivated, able to work independently, reliable, responsive, and accountable to deliver results

• High level of professionalism; strong interpersonal skills

• Proven ability/interest in applying privacy principles across a broad range of subject matter areas

• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple responsibilities and priorities simultaneously and still meet high quality and timeliness standards under pressure

• Willingness to flex job responsibilities and learn new areas

• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional/multi-disciplinary teams

• Sound judgment and commitment to ethical conduct

Desirable requirements:

• Product Management experience

• Project Management experience

• Professional proficiency in speaking French

• AI law and/or knowledge of current state AI regulations /familiarity

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. 

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or a lateral move, at home or internationally. 

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. 

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave. 

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.