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Ascensia Diabetes Care is a global specialist diabetes care company, dedicated to helping people living with diabetes. Our mission is to empower people living with diabetes through innovative solutions that simplify and improve their lives. We use our innovation and specialist expertise in diabetes to develop high quality solutions and tools that make a positive, daily difference for people with diabetes. About the Role We are looking for a Data Privacy Counsel to join Full time our data privacy team out in the Americas region. It is an incredibly exciting time to join us at PHC Group, a Japan-based healthcare company that develops, manufactures, sells, and services medical equipment and solutions across diabetes and other diagnostics, life sciences and healthcare IT (Information Technology). At PHC, we contribute to the health of society through our diligent efforts to create healthcare solutions that have a positive impact and improve the lives of people across the globe. LOCATION: Parsippany, NJ or other offices within PHC Group to be considered, TBD As a Data Privacy Counsel, you will have the chance to work with our business associates in the Americas region, advising them on data privacy and cybersecurity related matters, as well as supporting key priority projects and initiatives. You will be able to: + Draft and implement data privacy strategies and policies; + Learn how to manage data privacy platforms (eg, OneTrust) and processes; + Provide in-house legal advice on data privacy law; + Draft, negotiate and review data privacy contractual terms; + Advise on legal and regulatory requirements in respect to data localization and cross-border data transfers; + Review and advise on transparency notices and data privacy policies; + Review and advise on arrangements with affiliates and third-party service providers that process personal data on PHC Group’s behalf; + Review and advise on data incidents, incl. escalation, remediation, and notification; + Advise on inquiries and requests by data subjects and other third parties (eg, regulators); + Create awareness and training materials; + Assist PHC Group’s Data Protection Officer (DPO) as required. We are actively hiring to grow our team, so if you would love to work in a fast-paced environment and wear a few hats along the way, we would love to hear from you! About You If you are applying for this Data Privacy Counsel position, you have: + Graduated, preferably with a Master’s degree in Law; + 2-3 years of experience with working in a relevant firm or industry; + Demonstrable knowledge in data privacy laws/regulations; + Good understanding of data privacy matters affecting a technology-based organization. Further Requirements + Bright individual with a keen interest in data and privacy; + Clear communications skills and highly analytical; + Team worker, with ability to work independently and proactively; + Skill to reduce complex concepts into smaller ideas; + Fluent in English, additional languages preferable; + Strong attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines and prioritize projects; + Integrity and high personal ethics; + Solutions driven and positive attitude. Location Our Headquarters are in Japan. However, you will be based in one of our offices in the US (Parsippany, NJ or Denver, CO). #LI-DK1 YOUR APPLICATION: Ascensia offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and are driven by innovation and the desire to improve the lives of our patients, we encourage you to apply now. Job postings will remain open for a minimum of five business days and are subject to immediate closure thereafter without additional notice. TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Ascensia does not accept unsolicited third party resumes. Ascensia is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Protected Veterans () . If you are interested in applying for employment with Ascensia and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, please contact us at (see below)