Senior Legal Counsel – Data Privacy and Commercial

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy & Commercial

Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid)

Position Overview:

Galderma is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy & Commercial for a newly created role to serve as the primary legal advisor to Galderma’s U.S. business units on data privacy matters, with the opportunity to provide support in a variety of other substantive areas supporting the needs of our business. This position reports to the Associate General Counsel, Employment, Commercial & Data Privacy, and will be located in our Dallas, Texas office in a hybrid (3 days in office) environment. The role will partner closely with key stakeholders within the global and U.S. cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have foundational experience in U.S. federal and state privacy laws and demonstrate the ability to provide pragmatic, thoughtful counsel in a fast-paced environment. This is an ideal role for someone who is eager to learn, passionate about data protection, and wants to join a collaborative, global legal team that values creativity, critical thinking, and practical solutions.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of seven (7) years of legal experience in U.S. data privacy compliance, and experience working with global organizations (either in a law firm or in-house environment) is preferred. They will be collaborative, pragmatic and agile, thriving in a dynamic, high-growth environment while helping to create processes that support good governance and compliance at the highest level of ethical leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with U.S. and Global Legal and Compliance colleagues, develop and deliver data privacy compliance and risk management training, awareness, policies and strategies, and provide day-to-day advice and counsel to the organization on these matters.
• Proactively provide timely advice, counsel and guidance to internal business stakeholders on various laws, rules, regulations and Galderma policies and procedures in relevant substantive areas.
• Draft, review, and negotiate data protection terms in various commercial agreements.
• Support the maintenance and improvement of data protection agreement templates and negotiation playbooks.
• Draft, negotiate and review various other commercial agreements.
• Manage data privacy-related disputes and litigation.
• Collaborate and communicate with colleagues, business management and outside counsel on issues critical to the company’s success.
• Research legal issues that could impact Galderma’s business.
• Some travel (less than 10%) to Galderma’s U.S. locations may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school required.
• Active U.S. State Bar license and member in good standing required.
• Minimum of 7 years’ legal experience in U.S. federal and state data privacy laws required; global organization experience preferred.
• Experience with health privacy laws and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FTC regulations, state consumer health data privacy laws) within the healthcare, life sciences, or pharmaceutical industries preferred.
• Data privacy certifications such as IAPP-CIPP/US preferred.
• Experience drafting, negotiating and reviewing various types of commercial agreements, including but not limited to sales, confidentiality, services, consulting, supply, distribution, joint promotion, marketing, and similar agreements preferred.
• Experience drafting legal and compliance policies and training materials and delivering content through a variety of methods.

Interpersonal Competencies and Success Factors:

• Proven track record of collaboration and coordination with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills and ability to articulate a point of view succinctly and effectively.
• Comprehensive and proactive analytical/strategic thinking skills with a demonstrated ability to synthesize data into a key action/strategy and manage through from development to key performance metrics.
• Ability and confidence to work effectively and with a sense of urgency across a globally matrixed organization and to influence without authority.
• Adaptability, resilience, tenacity, and ability to quickly pivot.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment.
• Business-oriented team player.

What We Offer in Return

You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity and inclusion, and that believes we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will also have access to a range of company benefits, including a competitive compensation level, annual bonus opportunities and career advancement and cross-training.

Next Steps

• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.
• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager.
• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team.

Our People Make a Difference

At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.
 

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This job description does not list all duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.