Data Privacy Officer, Counsel

Data Privacy Officer, Counsel Location: Cambridge, MA, Morristown, NJ Salary Range: $161,250.00 – $232,916.66 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, and 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 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. 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 functions. 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. Sanofi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital status, civil union status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status, domestic violence victim status, atypical cellular or blood trait, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sanofi