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Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. 

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking Assistant General Counsel & Privacy Officer as part of the Legal team based in Somerset, NJ. 

Role Overview

The Assistant General Counsel & Privacy Officer is a key business partner and a senior member of the legal leadership team, reporting directly to the General Counsel and serving as Legend Biotech’s Privacy Officer. The Assistant General Counsel & Privacy Officer is a strategic thought-leader who will work side-by-side with the business and legal leadership teams to advise on data privacy and security matters and support key client groups across Legend Biotech, including the IT & IS, HR, commercial, medical, development, and manufacturing groups.

Key Responsibilities  

  • Manage and handle all aspects of data privacy and security matters for the Legend Biotech.
  • Be designated as, and function as, Legend Biotech’s Privacy Officer, and provide advice about applicable data privacy and security laws relevant to the pharmaceutical industry, such as HIPAA, the California Consumer Privacy Act, and GDPR.
  • Provide advice regarding cross-border data governance.
  • Manage privacy-related litigation, HR and regulatory matters.
  • Partner with Information Technology and Information Security teams to identify and manage risk and establish metrics measuring effectiveness of privacy and cybersecurity compliance initiatives and controls.
  • Develop and implement training to internal clients, partners and stakeholders on key policies, procedures, best practices and current enforcement trends in data privacy and security.
  • Engage in transaction due diligence and advise on data privacy and security aspects of transactions.
  • Support the HR function by providing counsel and advice on employment law matters.
  • Assist with other legal matters and projects as needed, including litigation, internal audits and compliance investigations.
  • Provide thought-leadership on relevant public policy issues.
  • Manage external counsel. 

Requirements

  • A J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school (or the equivalent); high degree of academic achievement. Licensed to practice law in one or more U.S. states; either admission to the New Jersey Bar or eligibility for in-house qualification in New Jersey.
  • A minimum of 10 years legal experience, including at least 8 years of experience in a privacy-focused role, with deep understanding of the data protection laws, requirements and regulator expectations impacting a global biopharmaceutical company.
  • Strong experience with applicable data privacy and security laws, including HIPAA, the California Consumer Privacy Act, and the GDPR.
  • Comfort with emerging regulations around use of artificial intelligence and biometric data;
  • Preferred candidate has regional expertise, including familiarity with data protection laws in Belgium, Ireland and the Greater China Region.
  • Familiarity with U.S. employment law and pharmaceutical laws, regulations, and industry standards impacting the commercialization of pharmaceutical products a plus.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills and judgment.
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills.
  • Ability to think strategically, effectively engage in-house clients, and give well organized, thoughtful presentations to members of senior management.
  • Ability to instill trust by gaining the confidence of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity

 

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Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.

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