The Evinova Director, Data Privacy & Governance provides both strategic oversight to meet Evinova’s privacy responsibilities and practical daily privacy support.
Responsible for the Data Governance program emphasising Security, Privacy, and AI.
Reports directly to the Evinova Head of Quality, Compliance, and Audit, working closely with the Cyber Security, Legal, Product, and Delivery teams.
The central point of contact for data subjects and supervisory authorities in relevant markets.
Responsible for global horizon scanning and providing advice and oversight based upon strong subject matter expertise and manage the relationship with Evinova’s external Data Protection Officer.
Help build out and maintain Evinova ISO 27701 controls and Statement of Applicability to obtain and maintain certification.
Ensure privacy aspects of Evinova customer audits are fully supported and may support privacy aspects of contract negotiations with new customers.
Requirements
Legal degree or qualifications with 10 years’ experience in privacy law and/or Data Privacy Programs.
In-depth knowledge of GDPR, EU/EEA local data protection legislation, UK Privacy Act and UK GDPR, familiarity with US, China and other local data privacy regulations
Significant experience and knowledge of privacy program elements and best practices/tools and Data Governance frameworks
Significant experience in either the technology and/or life sciences sector, with prior experience supporting digital health products working for a Healthtech or SaaS solution provider
Excellent analytical, written and oral communications skills
Strong collaborative, partnering, and interpersonal skills, ability to influence across different levels and sectors of the organisation including at Board level
High ethical standards, trustworthy, operating with absolute discretion
Demonstrated ability to remain independent and objective while collaborating effectively with stakeholders
Comfortable operating in ambiguity in a fast paced work environment.
Benefits
Evinova is a health-tech business within the AstraZeneca Group
Inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds
Commitment to building an inclusive and diverse team.
A Great Place to Work where you are empowered to push boundaries of science.
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