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Henry Schein

Senior Director, Data Privacy and Protection Senior Counsel

Remote

Skilled data privacy attorney to provide high-quality legal advice and guidance on all matters related to data privacy and compliance. Candidate must have substantive expertise in data privacy and security laws and managing privacy compliance programs. Seeking a commercial-oriented lawyer who will partner with the business to develop and recommend creative solutions and risk-mitigation strategies, policies and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Advise and counsel on matters related to data, privacy, and security rules, laws and regulations and assist in further supporting and managing privacy compliance programs, including with respect to CPRA, GDPR, TCPA, CAN-SPAM.
  • Work closely with the Company's Data Protection committee to further develop and implement comprehensive data privacy governance, policies and procedures. Develop and provide training and education to employees on data privacy best practices. Conduct privacy assessments for a broad range of initiatives and provide pragmatic advice on laws and best practices related to privacy and emerging technologies and data processing best practices. As needed, participate in the improvement of data protection and privacy program by actively leading or working within a team project (e.g. for the implementation of a new privacy law in the relevant business or function assigned to you), providing feedback and/or recommending enhancements.

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  • Advise business partners with respect to digital products and emerging technologies, as well as drafting and negotiating contracts in the software, technology, and digital space.
  • Draft and negotiate data processing agreements, data sharing agreements and other related legal documents and agreements
  • Lead response to potential data breaches and other privacy incidents, including coordinating with external counsel and regulatory authorities
  • Stay updated on emerging trends and developments in data privacy laws
  • KNOWLEDGE:
    Mid-level professional with expert knowledge of data privacy and security laws. Expected to operate autonomously within area of expertise. Assignments are self-initiated, broad in nature and require excellent judgment and advanced analytical ability, evaluation, originality and ingenuity to solve. Ability to resolve a wide range of highly complex issues and assignments in efficient and effective ways. Fully accountable for work product and managing clients' matters and expectations. Serve as a resource to business TSMs in multiple divisions to resolve complex problems and issues. Serve as a resource and mentor to junior attorneys and other members of the team. Role includes creation and ownership of processes. Plays lead role in high-level projects. Exposure to senior management and may have exposure to Board of Directors. Barriers to entry may exist at this level.

    COMPLEXITY:

    Work on significant and complex issues where analysis of situations and legal factors requires a complicated, in-depth review. Exercise complete independent judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Proactively identify, define and solve complex problems or to otherwise improve the business. Network with key senior internal and external personnel inside and outside own area of expertise; create formal networks involving coordination among groups. Lead cross divisional projects.

    SUPERVISION:

    Determine methods and procedures on complex, new or special assignments and work independently. Work reviewed through consultation and agreement with others rather than formal review from superior. Operate with substantial latitude for un-reviewed action or decision. May act as a resource to formally train and mentor TSMs with less experience. Assignments are broad in nature. Responsible for internal client relationships and outside counsel relationships and budget.

    WORK EXPERIENCE:
    This position requires a minimum of 7+ years of law firm or in-house experience post bar admission
    PREFERRED EDUCATION:

    This position requires a Juris Doctor degree, and the candidate must be a member in good standing in the applicable state Bar.

    GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

    • Outstanding management and leadership skills and ability to attract, retain, motivate, develop, mentor and coach team members for high performance
    • Plan, manage and create strategy around complex projects/issues
    • Manage available resources
    • Communicate effectively with senior management
    • Expert knowledge of multiple disciplines
    • Broad professional and managerial skills with a strong understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures
    • Strong ability to cultivate and develop lasting internal and external customer relations
    • Excellent judgment
    • Excellent, independent decision making, analysis and problem-solving skills
    • Must be able to multi-task and manage high volume of varied projects
    • Excellent planning and organizational skills and techniques
    • Excellent negotiating skills
    • Outstanding conflict resolution skills and ability to deliver difficult messages
    • Strong project management skills
    • Ability to build partnerships at all levels within the company
    • Ability to cultivate and develop lasting internal and external relationships
    • Excellent interpersonal skills
    • Broad professional and managerial skills
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Strong presentation and public speaking skills
    • Ability to manage outside counsel costs
    • Actively use a wide range of unique professional skills and understanding of industry practices
    SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

    • May coordinate activities of other team members
    • Strong knowledge in the areas of corporate commercial transactions, contracts, software licensing, equipment leasing/financing agreements, and M&A transactions.
    • Ability to manage a high volume of varied projects
    • Must be able to work independently
    PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

    Typically, to advance to a new job level, TSMs must demonstrate professional behavior and should consistently be at the high-end of meets expectations or consistently exceed expectations.

    TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands required

    The posted range for this position is $154,328 to $243,067 which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including education, prior experience, training, current skills, certifications, location/labor market, internal equity, etc.

    Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

    For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at: www.henryschein.com/careers

    Job ID: Henry_Schein-R125483
    Employment Type: Full Time