Associate Senior Counsel - Privacy (NJ)

Frink-Hamlett•Essex County, NJ

6h•$189,100 - $248,200•Hybrid

About The Position

A global pharmaceutical leader highly regarded for its commitment to human health care is seeking a new team member for their legal department. The Associate Senior Counsel, Privacy opportunity is hybrid: Mondays and Fridays – work from home; Tuesdays through Thursdays - onsite in Essex County, NJ. The opportunity offers a competitive compensation package consisting of base ($189,100-$248,200), bonus, long-term incentive plus an attractive benefits package. The Opportunity The Associate Senior Counsel, Privacy serves as a key legal advisor responsible for shaping and advancing the company’s privacy strategy across the United States and Canada. This role partners closely with teams throughout the organization to integrate privacy considerations into business initiatives, digital innovation, and emerging technologies while supporting responsible data use and risk management. The position calls for a pragmatic, solutions-oriented attorney who can translate complex privacy requirements into clear, actionable guidance and operate effectively in a dynamic, highly collaborative environment. The role oversees privacy governance, risk assessments, training, investigations, and regulatory monitoring, while contributing legal insight to AI, data governance, and cross-border data activities. The position also provides targeted support to Human Resources on benefits-related privacy matters, including vendor contracting and governance frameworks. Additional functions include the following:

Requirements

Licensed attorney with significant experience advising on privacy matters, preferably in life sciences or a regulated industry
Minimum of 7+ years as a practicing attorney with a minimum of 4-6 of those years focused on privacy counseling (preferably in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry).
Deep knowledge and experience advising on applicable state, federal and international privacy including digital health initiatives, online advertising and cookie compliance.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. state, federal, and international privacy laws, including digital health and online data practices.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and deliver practical, business-focused advice.
Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills

Responsibilities

Provide privacy guidance across all business functions, supporting both strategic initiatives (e.g., AI, digital platforms, data-driven marketing) and day-to-day operations in compliance with applicable privacy laws.
Draft, review, and negotiate privacy-related contracts, disclosures, consents, and notices.
Build, implement, and maintain privacy policies, governance frameworks, and operational guidance, including for AI and data use.
Assess privacy risks, lead audits and investigations, and develop mitigation and remediation strategies.
Advise on privacy issues tied to commercial, medical, and regulatory review processes.
Support international data transfers and collaborate with global teams to align with international privacy requirements.
Participate in internal governance forums to advise on privacy, data ethics, and emerging technologies.
Manage consumer data rights requests and oversee privacy training and awareness initiatives.
Monitor evolving privacy regulations and engage with Government Affairs on related public policy issues.
Advise HR on privacy and data protection matters related to employee benefits and health information, including HIPAA and related regulatory requirements.
Support secure handling of employee and health data, including coordination with HR and IT.
Draft and negotiate benefits vendor agreements and help establish governance frameworks for benefits programs.