Job: Data Privacy Officer - Counsel - US Specialty Care
Location: Cambridge, MA
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. As Data Privacy Officer - Counsel - US Specialty Care at Sanofi, you will oversee the data protection and privacy strategies, breach notification and data loss prevention process, ensure compliance with global and US privacy/AI laws, provide data privacy legal guidance, manage risk assessments, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement privacy best practices.
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. We're also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
Main Responsibilities:
Serve as internal Privacy Counsel 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 US Specialty Care 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:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited US law school, preferably with a focus in data privacy, cybersecurity, and breach notification
In depth knowledge of U.S. State and federal privacy laws/regulations (CCPA, HIPAA), data breach notification regulations and familiarity with AI regulations
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 dermatology, immunology, respiratory space, or technology product/marketing teams.
Relevant privacy certifications (CIPP-US)
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.
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 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.
