Chief Privacy Officer

About the Role: The Company is in search of a Chief Privacy Officer to spearhead its global privacy strategy and ensure the protection of sensitive data in a highly regulated healthcare environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive privacy program that aligns with the company's mission of innovation and improved outcomes in diabetes care. This role demands a seasoned professional with a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, active bar membership, and a minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with a focus on healthcare privacy. The Chief Privacy Officer will serve as the primary advisor on HIPAA and other privacy matters, provide guidance on domestic and international privacy laws, and work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate privacy into all aspects of the business. Applicants for the Chief Privacy Officer position at the company should have a strong background in a regulated healthcare, medical device, life sciences, pharma, or similar environment, and a proven track record of managing privacy programs. The role requires the ability to influence at all levels of the organization, lead privacy training, and represent the company in interactions with regulators and external stakeholders. Experience in a public company or highly regulated enterprise environment is preferred, as is a background in direct-to-consumer or patient-facing business models. The ideal candidate will be adept at handling cybersecurity events, and incident response, and have the judgment to make sound decisions under pressure. This is a pivotal role in the company's operations, regulatory compliance, and long-term success, and the Chief Privacy Officer will be instrumental in shaping the privacy foundation of the organization. Hiring Manager Title General Counsel FunctionsLegal