Regeneron · 3 weeks ago
Director, Privacy Counsel
Sleepy Hollow, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$202K/yr - $337K/yr
5+ years expRegeneron is a rapidly growing and globally expanding business seeking a Director, Privacy Counsel. This role involves providing expert legal counsel on data privacy issues, assessing privacy risks, and enhancing the company's data privacy program in collaboration with various stakeholders.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Providing advice and counseling on a wide range of privacy and related issues such as advising on sensitive data, digital advertising, and use of emerging technologies/AI
Strategically assess potential privacy risks on new projects, including risk-mitigation counseling and advising on appropriate controls
Monitoring emerging regulations and supporting the operationalization of compliance with evolving laws
Upkeep and development of internal policies, procedures, and guidance documents; educating business clients through training and awareness programs; Improving and counseling on privacy program operations
Working with Regeneron’s Privacy Steward Council to drive initiatives that enhance data privacy across the organization
Collaborating with our Government Affairs division on opportunities to influence legislation
Assisting contracting teams in drafting, maintaining, and negotiating data processing agreements
Participating in industry group meetings to stay updated on best practices and emerging trends
Qualification
Required
JD and be licensed to practice law in New York (or eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel)
5-7 years of legal experience at a law firm and/or in-house
At least 3 years of experience in privacy
Strong knowledge of local and global privacy laws and their application to the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry
Deep understanding of privacy risks associated with ad tech and emerging technologies
Excellent relationship building skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and with all levels of the workforce
Exceptional oral, written, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and translate legal analysis to business counsel to a varied audience
High level of business acumen, influencing skills and ability to drive change
Willingness to take on a leadership role in an important, dynamic and challenging field
Preferred
Ad Tech, Biotechnology, pharmaceutical or related life science experience
Benefits
Health and wellness programs
Fitness centers
Equity awards
Annual bonuses
Paid time off for eligible employees at all levels
Company
Regeneron
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative medicines.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (157)
2024 (128)
2023 (128)
2022 (137)
2021 (104)
2020 (122)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.93MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
2024-07-11Post Ipo Equity· $2.03M
2023-10-18Post Ipo Equity· $5M
2016-08-22Post Ipo Equity· $8.9M
Leadership Team
Aris Baras
Senior Vice President, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, General Manager, Regeneron Genetics Center
Bari Kowal
Senior Vice President, Head Development Operations & Portfolio Management
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