Sanofi

Data Privacy Officer, Counsel

Sanofi$161K — $232K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school with a focus on data privacy and valid US license to practice.
  • In-depth understanding of U.S. federal and state privacy laws including CCPA and HIPAA.
  • Legal and policy analytical skills with experience in information privacy regulations.
  • Minimum five years of experience in privacy, AI, breach notification or cybersecurity law.
  • Experience in healthcare sector with product counseling in pharma/biotech.
  • Relevant privacy certifications such as CIPP-US.
  • Strong communication skills to translate legal concepts for non-experts.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main Privacy Counsel and Officer for the US market.
  • Conduct data privacy impact assessments for relevant projects/products.
  • Manage compliance with privacy regulations including breach notification.
  • Collaborate with regulatory bodies and stakeholders on data privacy issues.
  • Provide training on data privacy best practices to business unit teams.
  • Maintain documentation of data processing activities for audits.
  • Investigate and report on privacy breaches, ensuring appropriate remediation.

Benefits

  • Access to a wide range of health and wellness benefits including high-quality healthcare.
  • Generous parental leave policy with at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral leave.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development within the organization.
  • Supportive, future-focused team environment encouraging innovation.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Data Privacy Officer, Counsel

Location: Cambridge, MA, Morristown, NJ

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.


The salary range for this position is:
$161,250.00 - $232,916.66

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.

About Sanofi

Sanofi is a global pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs and vaccines. The company operates in over 170 countries and has a diverse portfolio of products that includes treatments for diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and rare diseases. Sanofi is committed to improving global health and has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. The company has received numerous awards for its research and development efforts and is recognized as a leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
Learn more about Sanofi
Market Cap
$121.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.3 billion
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$37.3 billion
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