Reporting to the Sr. Privacy Partner, Privacy Office within Global Compliance, this role is responsible for assisting in driving AstraZeneca’s Global Privacy program within the Global Commercial Business Unit, including operationalizing privacy compliance based upon the global Privacy Standards set by AstraZeneca.

The Associate Director – Global Commercial will work collaboratively with AstraZeneca’s global network of privacy professionals and cross-functionally with other AstraZeneca functions.

Typical Accountabilities

Responsible for supporting the global commercial business areas through the Privacy lead and others in operationalizing the Global Data Privacy Program that develops, maintains, and implements policies and procedures, enabling consistent, effective privacy practices which minimize risk and ensure the protection of personal information.

Operationally manages and executes “second line of defence” accountabilities including establishing and implementing global awaremess campaigns and training programs, providing guidance to senior management on data privacy issues, and monitoring adherence to the Data Privacy framework  

Responsible for operationalizing privacy compliance across the local and global organization model in a manner that enables the robust protection for personal information of AstraZeneca’s/RDU patients, consumers, employees, healthcare professionals, and others, which is vital to the success and reputation of trust of AstraZeneca.

Individually, and through team members, provide leadership to the global commercial business units and oversight of global and cross-business data protection issues, developments, and trends.

Establish and implement an international data transfer compliance plan to ensure lawful global data transfers.

As part of the Global Privacy Office coordinates implementation of global initiatives and cross-jurisdictional privacy matters, including the review of privacy-related risk assessments for new projects and initiatives.

Responsible for managing integration activities between Alexion and AstraZeneca privacy processes and aligning privacy practices in line with the organization’s risk appetite.

Maintain strong knowledge of privacy regulations and interpretations worldwide, monitor privacy trends and address its impact on the organization including analyzes of internal and external privacy practices while proactively drive continuous improvement in these practices.

Promote an open door communication between the business and the Privacy organization and support driving and embedding a culture of ethics and integrity

Provide periodic updates on the program and its effectiveness to the global commercial business unit’s senior leaders and Global Privacy Office

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential

Bachelors Degree with 10+ years of experience.

Qualified privacy professional with experience working closely - combined with legal and compliance experience

Significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry

Experience with global privacy laws with specific experience with US State & Health Privacy laws.

Knowledge and experience of corporate governance, health care regulations, laws and standards

Inquisitive mind set with well-developed critical/analytical abilities

Excellent written and oral communications skills

High ethical standards, trustworthy, operating with absolute discretion

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, in fast-paced corporate environment, in a highly-regulated sector

Significant experience of managing different stakeholder relationships and confident at forging trusted relationships at a senior level.

Able to deal effectively with ambiguity, cope with change, and decide and act without having the total picture

Proactive with high levels of self-motivation and personal accountability, bringing enthusiasm and energy to team, peer group and tasks.

Resilient and agile approach.

Desirable

Advanced degree preferred (e.g., Juris Doctorate, Master's, or related degree).

Experience investigating and remediating privacy incidents in compliance with applicable law.

Privacy certifications, such as the IAPP’s Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) and/or other healthcare industry related credentials.

Healthcare legal, operational, project management, and/or financial experience.

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $ 174,786.40 - 262,179.60 USD Annual (80% - 120% of the role’s MRP). Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base
pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related toindividual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Date Posted

04-Nov-2024

Closing Date

21-Nov-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.