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Director – Privacy Counsel

Director – Privacy Counsel

CompanyRegeneron Pharmaceuticals
LocationTarrytown, NY, USA
Salary$202000 – $336600
TypeFull-Time
DegreesJD
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • JD and licensed to practice law in New York (or eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel)
  • At least 7 years of legal experience at a law firm and/or in-house
  • At least 3 years of experience in privacy
  • Strong knowledge of local and global privacy laws and their application to the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry
  • Deep understanding of privacy risks associated with ad tech and emerging technologies
  • Excellent relationship building skills
  • Exceptional oral, written, and presentation communication skills
  • High level of business acumen, influencing skills and ability to drive change

Responsibilities

  • Providing advice and counseling on a wide range of privacy and related issues such as advising on sensitive data, digital advertising, and use of emerging technologies/AI
  • Strategically assess 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
  • Upkeep and development of internal policies, procedures, and guidance documents; educating business clients through training and awareness programs; Improving and counseling on privacy program operations
  • Leading Regeneron’s Privacy Steward Council to drive initiatives that enhance data privacy across the organization
  • Collaborating with our 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Biotechnology, pharmaceutical or related life science experience is strongly preferred