Global Head AI and Data Privacy Legal

Novartis • East Hanover, NJ

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a visionary legal leader to join us as Global Head AI and Data Privacy Legal, where you’ll shape the future of Artificial intelligence (AI), data privacy (including data privacy in cybersecurity incidents) across the organization. This role involves providing and organizing legal advice to support compliance with global data privacy regulations (including EU AI Act, FTC, HIPAAA and state AI regulations, GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant legislation), to support the development and implementation of AI and data privacy policies and procedures and providing legal guidance in these areas.

Requirements

• University degree in law; admission to the US bar required.
• Proven working experience on AI (in particular in relation to the EU AI Act) and data privacy, including in cybersecurity matters and ethics in a multi-disciplinary and international setting, as well as significant experience assessing AI systems from a legal and compliance perspective (including risk categorization, audit requirements, transparency obligations, and lifecycle governance).
• Several years of experience in leading a team of lawyers.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills paired with the ability to manage complex legal issues and provide clear, actionable advice.
• Relevant certifications such as certifications related to AI ethics, compliance, and CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM are required.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a multinational company.
• Experience in the healthcare and/or tech sectors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the global Data Privacy and AI Legal team, providing direction, mentorship, and development opportunities.
• Ensure a close working relationship with the Novartis Data Privacy, Digital & AI (DPDAI) function (which resides in the Ethics Risk and Compliance (ERC) function), within Legal and across the enterprise.
• Contribute to Enterprise AI Governance and support the development, implementation, and maintenance of AI and data privacy policies and procedures to ensure a responsible use of AI, protect personal data.
• Track evolving global AI and data privacy laws (e.g., EU AI Act, OECD AI principles, US AI laws, UK DPDI) and translate requirements into actionable guidance.
• Provide and organize expert legal advice and guidance on AI use cases and data privacy issues to internal stakeholders, including senior management, ERC, IT, and P&O.
• Manage outside counsel for advice on AI and data privacy legal issues as needed.
• Support the identification and mitigation of AI, data privacy and cybersecurity risks conducting regular assessments in close collaboration with DPDAI, IT and business teams.
• Support the development and delivery of training programs to educate employees on AI and data privacy best practices and legal requirements.
• Lead and support the legal response to AI-related incidents, date privacy data breaches (including in and cybersecurity incidents), ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including ERC, IT, security, P&O, Legal and the business to ensure an integrated approach to AI and data privacy.
• Collaborate to influence policy/legislation, including within trade associations, and update senior management on AI and data privacy legal developments.
• Represent the company in global regulatory discussions, industry groups, and associations on AI and data privacy matters.
• Prepare and present reports on AI and data privacy compliance and incidents to senior management and regulatory authorities.

Benefits

• Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
• US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits.
• In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive