Associate Director of Global Privacy and Compliance

Bethesda, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 162000 - 243000

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Global Privacy and Compliance to lead the design implementation and oversight of Precision Medicine Group global privacy and compliance and program. This role ensures that the company meets all regulatory ethical and corporate standards across multiple jurisdictions supporting our mission in clinical research and pharmaceutical development.

Compliance Program Leadership and Oversight

Lead the global privacy program ensuring compliance with GDPR APAC privacy laws LATAM privacy laws and other applicable data protection regulations.
Oversee privacy impact assessments data breach response and cross-border data transfer compliance.
Directing a variety of initiatives relating to the development implementation and monitoring of PMGs Corporate Compliance and Privacy Program. Examples are:
- Leading an enterprise-wide compliance assessment tailored to the companys business activities and risks including risk metrics and analysis
- Developing compliance and privacy programs policies and procedures
- Developing implementing and conducting compliance and privacy training programs
- Providing supervision and direction to the companys Privacy Operations Manager and Compliance Operations Manager with respect to privacy compliance matters
- Managing Precision Data Protection Officer
Liaising as appropriate with key PMG internal and external legal regulatory finance and other business units as well as US based legal department.
Design implement and manage the companys global compliance program ensuring alignment with international regulations and corporate standards.
Develop and maintain compliance policies procedures and training programs across all regions.

Risk Management & Monitoring: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

Lead the companies global ERM process
Conduct risk assessments and implement monitoring systems to identify and mitigate compliance and privacy risks.
Report on compliance metrics and trends to senior leadership and the General Counsel.

Regulatory Engagement

Stay ahead of evolving global regulations impacting CRO and pharmaceutical R&D including anti-bribery anti-corruption and international data privacy laws.
Serve as primary liaison with regulatory authorities on compliance and privacy matters.

Training & Culture

Develop and deliver compliance and privacy training programs for employees globally.
Foster a culture of integrity and accountability throughout the organization.

Incident Management

Oversee investigations into compliance or privacy breaches and ensure timely remediation.
Coordinate with internal Quality IT or legal team on corrective actions.

Senior Stakeholder Management

Developing a thorough understanding of and familiarity with PMGs business its people services markets facilities customers and competitors in order to identify risk trends and formulate structures strategies and advice accordingly
Establishing a strong working relationship with management at all levels to encourage and continue the proactive use of in-house legal counsel
Performing special assignments or projects without significant supervision as assigned by the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer

Qualifications and Competencies:

Law degree or equivalent advanced degree; certification in compliance or privacy (e.g. CCEP CIPP/E) preferred.
10 years of experience in compliance and privacy with at least 5 years in a leadership role within CRO pharma or life sciences.
Deep knowledge of global compliance frameworks and data privacy regulations (GDPR APAC laws HIPAA).
Previous experience in a regional compliance leadership role in the life sciences sector.
Significant experience with compliance risk assessment and analysis methodologies
Strong leadership communication and stakeholder management skills.
Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.

Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets experience and training licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Precision it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. This role is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus health insurance retirement savings benefits life insurance and disability benefits parental leave and paid time off for sick leave and vacation among other benefits.

Reasonable estimate of the current range

$162000 - $243000 USD

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Required Experience:

Director