Lead Global Privacy Director - REMOTE

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Director, Global Privacy. In this pivotal role, you will provide enterprise-level leadership for global privacy and data protection initiatives. Your expertise will influence the organization's privacy governance and strategy while managing complex privacy risks across various functions, including clinical development and commercial operations. This position is essential in scaling the privacy function to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements, enabling responsible data use and strong compliance practices. As a strategic advisor, you will guide senior leaders through critical privacy issues, enhancing the company’s reputation and trust. Accountabilities • Lead the design and implementation of a global privacy and data-protection program. • Establish and chair privacy governance forums across the enterprise. • Provide executive-level reporting on privacy risks and program effectiveness. • Translate legal requirements into practical operating guidance. • Oversee privacy considerations throughout the clinical trial lifecycle. • Advise on privacy governance for third-party interactions. • Lead strategy for cross-border data transfers and compliance. • Monitor and operationalize emerging privacy and cybersecurity laws. • Oversee risk assessment frameworks related to privacy. • Drive privacy training and awareness across the organization. Requirements • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. • 15 years of relevant legal experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or healthcare sectors. • 10 years of supervisory experience with strong leadership skills. • Deep knowledge of HIPAA, GDPR, and U.S. state privacy laws. • Experience negotiating complex data protection agreements. • Ability to influence senior leaders and manage cross-functional teams. • Understanding of data governance and compliance frameworks. Benefits • Competitive salary range from $216,000 to $270,000. • Discretionary annual target bonus and stock options. • 401k match and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP). • Comprehensive health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision. • 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays. • Winter company shutdown policy for employee rest. Why Apply Through Jobgether? We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job