Global Privacy Counsel

Emerald Clinical

Global Privacy Counsel leading the global privacy function for clinical trials across multiple regions. Ensuring data protection compliance and advising on legal matters in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🏈 Anywhere in North AmericaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, maintain, and continuously enhance Emerald’s global privacy framework, including policies, procedures, and operational processes.
Oversee and coordinate privacy operations supporting Emerald’s global clinical trials, with a particular focus on APAC, EU, and the US.
Perform and manage data transfer impact assessments and oversee cross‑border data transfer mechanisms.
Provide day‑to‑day privacy support across the business, including: Responding to internal queries, Supporting customer audits, Advising on data retention and local privacy requirements.
Review, negotiate, and advise on data processing agreements, data transfer agreements, security annexes, and related contractual documentation.
Maintain and manage Emerald’s records of processing activities.
Own and manage data subject rights requests, data incident risk assessments, and breach notification processes.
Support Legal with privacy‑related complaints, investigations, and potential litigation, including interactions with regulators where required.
Conduct privacy compliance reviews and present findings to relevant internal stakeholders.
Advise on privacy requirements for new business initiatives, including review of privacy notices and regulatory compliance considerations.
Support the Group General Counsel on complex or escalated privacy matters.
Design and deliver ongoing privacy training to Emerald personnel globally.
Work collaboratively across regions and time zones, escalating issues appropriately to internal leadership or external counsel when necessary.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 6 years’ hands‑on experience in privacy and data protection within a fast‑paced, multinational, regulated environment.
Strong practical knowledge of APAC and EU/UK data protection laws, with working knowledge of US privacy laws highly desirable.
Proven experience handling APAC privacy regimes, including PDPA, PIPL, and the Australian Privacy Act, as well as cross‑border data transfer issues.
Experience within the pharmaceutical, life sciences, or CRO sector (highly advantageous).
Strong drafting and negotiation skills across: Data processing and data transfer agreements, Vendor and commercial contracts, Internal privacy policies and procedures.
A pragmatic, business‑oriented mindset, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple jurisdictions and stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal and technical concepts for non‑legal colleagues, senior leaders, and regulators.
A high level of independence and accountability, with the ability to work remotely while staying closely connected to global teams.
Flexibility to collaborate across EU and US business hours.
A degree in Law, Business, or a related field, with additional data protection or privacy qualifications preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Compensation : A tailored salary and benefits package to reflect your skills and experience.
Flexibility : Enjoy hybrid or remote working arrangements, depending on your location and role.
Career Growth : Access to a wealth of learning opportunities and a global network of scientific leaders to help you grow and develop in your role.
Employee Wellbeing : Participate in programs and initiatives designed to promote work-life balance, health, and team connection, including global engagement surveys, recognition programs, and team-building events.
Global Opportunities : Be part of a company with international reach, offering you exposure to diverse projects and clients.

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Hard Skills & Tools

data protectionprivacy compliancedata transfer impact assessmentsdata processing agreementsdata subject rights requestsbreach notification processesprivacy trainingcontract negotiationregulatory compliancecross-border data transfer

Soft Skills

communication skillsindependenceaccountabilitycollaborationpragmatic mindsetability to manage competing prioritiesproblem-solvingstakeholder managementadaptabilitypresentation skills

Certifications

degree in Lawdegree in Businessdata protection qualifications