Data Privacy Officer, Counsel

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* Job Title:

** Data Privacy Officer, Counsel
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* Location:

** Cambridge, MA, Morristown, NJ
** About the Job
**** 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.
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* 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
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* 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.
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* 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
* Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive,…