Evinova - Director, Data Privacy & Governance

Evinova; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 100.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A health-tech company is seeking a Director of Data Privacy & Governance in Barcelona. The role emphasizes strategic oversight of privacy responsibilities, collaboration with various teams, and compliance with GDPR. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in privacy law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Formación

• 10 years’ experience in privacy law and/or data privacy programs.
• In-depth knowledge of GDPR, EU/EEA local data protection laws.
• Experience in technology and/or life sciences sectors.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic oversight for privacy responsibilities.
• Collaborate with Cyber Security and Legal teams.
• Manage relationships with data subjects and authorities.

Conocimientos

Privacy law expertise

Knowledge of GDPR and data protection laws

Analytical skills

Collaboration and interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to operate in ambiguity

Educación

Legal degree or qualifications

Descripción del empleo

Director, Data Privacy & Governance – Evinova

Evinova is a health-tech business accelerating better health outcomes by propelling the life sciences sector forward in digital health. Our solutions are designed with science-based expertise, evidence-led rigor, and human experience-driven insights, and we operate within the AstraZeneca Group.

Location

Barcelona, Spain (On-site) / 3 days working from the office

Gothenburg, Sweden (On-site) / 3 days working from the office

Introduction To Role

The Evinova Director, Data Privacy & Governance provides strategic oversight to meet privacy responsibilities and hands-on privacy support for a growing global healthtech business. The role emphasizes Security, Privacy, and AI within the Data Governance program.

This role reports to the Head of Quality, Compliance, and Audit and collaborates with Cyber Security, Legal, Product, and Delivery teams. It serves as the central point of contact for data subjects and supervisory authorities in relevant markets, including the EU and Switzerland. The role also involves horizon scanning, advising on privacy matters, and managing the relationship with the external Data Protection Officer when needed. It supports ISO 27701 controls and Statement of Applicability to obtain and maintain certification, and may support privacy aspects of customer contract negotiations.

Accountabilities

• Representative for data subjects and supervisory authorities relating to Evinova data processing activities
• Maintain licenses, registrations, and local regulatory requirements for compliant processing and cross-border transfers
• Partner with the DPO for responses to subject access requests
• Support data protection impact assessments and serve as point of contact for privacy impact assessments
• Report significant data breaches and advise on remediation, oversight, and trend analysis
• Collaborate with Quality, Compliance, Cyber Security, Product, and Delivery to monitor privacy compliance and foster a global privacy mindset
• Horizon scan key jurisdictions globally, including China, in consultation with legal and local resources
• Support privacy aspects of customer contract negotiations and draft data processing agreements with appropriate transfer mechanisms
• Develop and operationalize the data governance framework
• Own the catalogue of Data Domains and assign accountable data owners
• Oversee data governance maturity and drive a culture of good information management
• Oversee data usage in analytics, BI, data science, and AI solutions
• Manage data retention requirements and oversee execution

Crucial Skills / Experience

• Legal degree or qualifications with 10 years’ experience in privacy law and/or data privacy programs
• In-depth knowledge of GDPR, EU/EEA local data protection laws, UK Privacy Act and UK GDPR; familiarity with US, China, and other local regulations
• Significant experience with privacy program elements, best practices/tools, and data governance frameworks
• Experience in technology and/or life sciences sectors, with prior support for digital health products (Healthtech or SaaS)
• Excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills
• Strong collaboration, partnering, and interpersonal skills with ability to influence across levels
• High ethical standards and ability to act with discretion
• Independent, objective thinker who can collaborate with stakeholders
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity in a fast-paced environment

Date Posted

07-Oct-2025

Closing Date

26-Oct-2025

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with a wide range of perspectives. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment and work authorization requirements.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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