Director, US Data Privacy & AI, Ethics Risk & Compliance

Job Description Summary

As a member of the US Data Privacy, Digital & AI (DPDAI) ERC team, you will serve as a strategic business partner and subject matter expert providing advice, guidance, and oversight on data privacy and artificial intelligence matters across the US organization.
This person will support the global DPDAI ERC program within the US, advising senior stakeholders on US privacy and AI requirements, supporting the management of DPDAI risks, and enabling ethical, compliant, and responsible use of data and digital technologies while supporting business innovation and growth.
Novartis will not sponsor visas for this position. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. This role is required to be in our East Hanover, NJ office 3x/week.

 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Under leadership of the US DPDAI lead, provide strategic data privacy and AI compliance and risk management support to various US business teams including sales and marketing, advertising technology, patient support programs HR, and IT.

• Deep knowledge of US privacy and AI regulatory landscape, including state consumer privacy and consumer health data laws, regulatory enforcement (state/federal), HIPAA.

• Support incorporation of the global DPDAI compliance program into US business processes, including risk assessments, training and awareness, data subject rights, incident management, and controls testing.

• Support global and US DPDAI risk and controls framework activities, including the design and implementation of US business‑owned data privacy and AI risk management controls.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders including legal, compliance and information security teams to identify, assess, and support effective management of DPDAI risks, including documenting and monitoring remediation activities as appropriate.

• Build and maintain effective relationships with senior leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders, exercising strong judgment and influence without formal authority.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Juris Doctor preferred.

• 10 years in privacy compliance, legal, or closely related roles, with significant exposure to US privacy and AI regulatory environments.

• Experience healthcare/life sciences strongly preferred.

• Ability to implement policy or program updates with business and cross-functional partners.

• Experience in risk assessment, mitigation, and monitoring.

Benefits & Rewards

The salary for this position is expected to range between $194,600 and $361,400 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

 

Salary Range

$194,600.00 - $361,400.00

 

Skills Desired

Business Acumen, Business Stewardship Functional Capabilities, Courage​, Critical thinking (Analytical thinking/ problem solving)​, Delivering Collective Impact, empowerment, Ethical Leadership, Fast decision making​, Influencing​, Inspirational​, Lead and Develop People, Learning agility, and Resilience, Navigates Complexity, Prioritization, Proactive and Accountable​, Provide clarity on goals​, Risk Management ​, Self-Awareness, Social awareness and interpersonal & comms skills (read the room)​, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking (Connecting the dots and looking at bigger picture) (), Strong Execution, Talent Development