Privacy Counsel

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Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.

At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.

This is what you will do

As a Privacy Counsel working in the Global Privacy Office, the role will primarily involve supporting the privacy-related activities of the EU Top5 & EU Mid-Size Regions in implementing and maintaining Chiesi Group’s data protection program and advising the relevant European affiliates. Supporting AI compliance initiatives will be a complementary aspect of the role, as well.

You will be responsible for

• Support the Global Privacy Office as well as the relevant Business Function, where needed, in implementing privacy programs and corporate standards across Europe and supporting the European affiliates with their day-to-day privacy-related questions.
• Assist AI compliance activities by helping review AI projects, identify potential risks, and maintain up-to-date documentation. Help draft, revise, and organize compliance documents and support day-to-day operational processes.
• Support drafting, reviewing, and maintaining privacy, and, where needed, AI-related documentation, including Privacy Policies and Notices, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), consent forms, Records of Processing Activities, etc.
• Help conduct assessments (PIAs, DPIAs, FRIAs etc.) and assist with risk analysis activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal, ICT, Business Units) to ensure Privacy and AI compliance considerations are integrated into new projects, products, and initiatives.
• Assist with privacy inquiries, incidents, or breaches coming from the affiliates and elevate as needed.
• Support organization of privacy training, and, where needed, AI-related, sessions and awareness campaigns for employees.
• Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends in data privacy and AI.

You will need to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Law; post-graduate specialization in Data Protection, Privacy, or AI law is a plus.
• 2–4 years of experience in privacy, compliance, or regulatory roles, ideally in multinational corporations or law firms.
• Working knowledge of EU and local data protection laws (i.e. GDPR) and familiarity with emerging AI regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of other European languages is an advantage.
• Good working knowledge of Office 365 tools, including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, reliable, with good planning skills and the ability to meet agreed deadlines and deliver tasks on time.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in cross‑functional and international teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

We would prefer for you to have

• Familiarity with privacy management systems (e.g., OneTrust) is a plus.
• Privacy certifications (e.g., CIPP/E) or AI ethics/compliance certifications.

Location

The position is open anywhere in Europe.

What we offer

No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.

We provide top‑class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work‑life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.

Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.