The Director, U.S. Privacy Counsel reports to the Chief Privacy Officer and is a subject matter expert who will have responsibility to help support and manage the Edwards Global Privacy program across the entire organization, with a primary focus in the U.S. The Director has moderate oversight of the further enhancement of the company's global privacy program. It requires subject matter guidance and support to Edwards' business functions on privacy and data protection, including various stages of product development. It requires ongoing support and enhancement of the company's privacy program, and training for relevant stakeholders. The successful candidate will deploy knowledge of the company's business and collaborate with various levels of leadership to facilitate the business objectives of Edwards by providing practical, timely and effective legal counsel, while minimizing potential legal risks.

　　Work Schedule: Given the collaborative and complex nature of this work, this role is in person full time in Irvine, California.

　　You will make an impact by...

　　Building, overseeing, and expanding the Edwards Global Privacy program to be effective, practical, patient-focused, and sustainable, based on an appropriate assessment of Edwards privacy risks, and provide subject matter expertise and appropriate guidance on identification and implementation of measures to comply with all privacy and data protection laws and regulations globallyInspiring a privacy mindset throughout Edwards advancing our belief that protecting the privacy of all those we interact with, including patients, enable us to be a trusted partner and deliver on Edwards credo putting patients firstProviding expertise in health care privacy laws, and ability to provide guidance to internal stakeholders on a variety of health care and medical technology issuesClosely collaborating with Data Governance and IT Security functions as well as with business partners to understand business needs and advance appropriate solutions, especially in early-stage product developmentIdentifying training needs among business stakeholders and developing / presenting training and education regarding privacy requirements and developmentsOverseeing privacy issues impacting Edwards operations, including monitoring of legislative developmentsWorking in close cooperation with other in-house counsel to coordinate and streamline efforts for global efficiencyOverseeing of key provisions in all contracts to assure compliance with privacy and data protection requirementsPrimarily being accountable for specific projects and/or client groups on matters of significant complexityDeveloping a thorough understanding of and familiarity with Edwards' business, its people, products, markets, facilities, customers, and competitors and use this knowledge in providing guidance and counsel to Edwards business partnersAnalyzing privacy issues and provide broad perspective

　　What you'll need (Required):

　　Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited law school with 8 years of previous related experience in privacy either with a reputable law firm or in-house legal department Licensed and admitted to practice law in California or licensed in another US state and eligible as Registered In-House Counsel with California State BarSignificant demonstrated experience and expertise in U.S. health care privacy and data protection requirements (HIPAA, CMIA, CCPA, COPPA, etc.)Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to gain the trust of and form solid relationships with business partners in various functions as well as Legal Department colleagues

　　What else we look for (Preferred):

　　Experience and expertise in Global privacy and data protection requirements outside the US, including GDPR and country-level requirements Familiarity with medical device or pharmaceutical industry Highly Preferred: IAPP certification, CIPP-US is highly preferred Experience with Artificial Intelligence governance and ethics Excellent analytical, detail-oriented, organized and information seeking skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectivesProblem-solver - able to find practical solutions and provide practical guidance.Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organizationAbility to represent the privacy function on initiatives within multiple area or campaigns, interfacing with project managers, legal team, and other relevant stakeholdersAbility to consult in large program setting within multiple areas or campaigns, deeper or more dedicated technical advisory role, interfacing with various levels of leadership, including executive leadership

　　Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

　　For California, the base pay range for this position is $153,000 to $218,000 (highly experienced).

　　The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).

　　Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

　　COVID Vaccination Requirement

　　Edwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In countries where vaccines are less available, or other requirements exist, we may institute alternate measures that optimize patient safety and healthcare provider safety, which may include regular COVID testing or specific masking requirements.