Exelixis · 20 hours ago
Privacy Counsel
Alameda, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$202K/yr - $286K/yr
6+ years expExelixis is a company focused on cultivating a data security and privacy by design culture. The Privacy Counsel will shape and execute global privacy strategy, providing legal advice on privacy and data protection laws while collaborating with various teams to implement compliance measures and enable business innovation.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Provide practical, expert legal advice on US and global privacy and data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, etc.)
Review new business processes and initiatives to embed data security and privacy by design at conception and through implementation
Contribute to team and resource development by participating in drafting sessions, sharing solutions, and contributing to the ongoing build out and refinement of playbooks and templates
Lead discussions with business teams, deftly translating data protection requirements into business processes, policies, and compliance controls
Review, draft, and when necessary, negotiate DPAs, SCCs, and other privacy terms when escalated by contracting teams
Lead privacy impact assessments (PIAs), data mapping exercises, and risk mitigation strategies
Enable compliance with cross-border data transfer requirements, by conducting and documenting transfer impact assessments (TIAs) to support SCCs, UK IDTA, and other mechanisms
Monitor regulatory developments, assess and communicate timely to stakeholders the impact on business operations
Support incident response and breach notification processes
Develop and deliver privacy training and awareness programs
Advise on AI, biometrics, and emerging technologies from a privacy perspective
Identify and assess privacy and risks, translating complex legal concepts into clear, accessible language that enables business teams to make informed decisions
Drive the development and continuous improvement of privacy program elements, including data protection playbooks, forms, contract templates, and resources
Partner cross-functionally to embed privacy by design
Serve as a primary liaison between Legal and various business functions on privacy matters, translating a complex matrix of laws and regulations into actionable requirements
Build strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment on vision, priorities, and outcomes of business initiatives and projects
Represent the Legal team in working groups, committees, and cross-departmental initiatives that have a privacy impact
Qualification
Required
JD degree required with 4 years of relevant experience; or
Must be admitted to practice, preferably in California
Minimum of 6 years of legal experience, including no less than 5 years focused on global privacy and data protection
Strong understanding of global privacy frameworks and regulatory trends
Proven ability to help business teams operationalize privacy legal requirements and create sustainable compliance processes
Demonstrated success implementing privacy compliance measures, including conducting PIA/DPIAs, TIAs, data mapping, etc. in a matrixed organization
Thought leadership in privacy and data ethics
Excellent interpersonal communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Able to develop and deliver clear and concise presentations, to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization
Applies strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to novel questions, with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Ability to devise creative business solutions for complex problems and implement organizational or team objectives
Effectively manages ambiguity, handling multiple tasks simultaneously and adjusting priorities quickly
Must be efficient, meticulous and have strong organizational skills
Anticipates complications and plans accordingly to meet specific deadlines
Works well independently and in a team environment
Must have good judgment, acting responsibly and conscientiously
Dedicated to quality, reliability, and highest professional standards in all work tasks
Must be an initiative-taker and quick learner
Requires strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) document comparison programs, and Internet)
Preferred
CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM or similar certification preferred
Experience in a technology, healthcare, or data-driven organization a plus
Experience in ad/mar tech, digital media, AI and data governance a plus
Benefits
401k plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Discretionary annual bonus program
Sales-based incentive plan
Opportunity to purchase company stock
Receive long-term incentives
15 accrued vacation days in their first year
17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December
Up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year
Company
Exelixis
Exelixis works is focused on discovering, developing and commercializing therapies for the treatment of cancer and other serious diseases.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$514MKey Investors
Deerfield
2015-07-23Post Ipo Equity· $135M
2012-02-16Post Ipo Equity· $65M
2010-06-03Post Ipo Debt· $160M
Leadership Team
Michael Morrissey
President and CEO
Christopher Senner
Executive Vice President and CFO
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