Entity Director - US

MyData-TRUST - Data Protection & Privacy for Life Sciences; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible company culture

International exposure

Job summary

A leader in data protection is seeking an Entity Director for its U.S. operations in Raleigh, North Carolina. The role involves strategic oversight, compliance with data privacy regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, and building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of management experience and a strong background in leadership and operational management. The company offers a competitive salary and a flexible, supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of management experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning and operational management.
• Exceptional leadership and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all strategic and operational aspects of the U.S. entity.
• Ensure GDPR and HIPAA compliance.
• Represent the company with clients and regulatory authorities.
• Supervise project delivery and quality standards.

Skills

Management experience

Operational management

Strategic planning

GDPR knowledge

HIPAA knowledge

Interpersonal abilities

Leadership

Job description

🔐 We’re hiring! | Entity Director – US | Hybrid | Raleigh, North Carolina (United States of America)

MyData-TRUST is strengthening its expertise in data protection for the Life Sciences industry and is looking for an Entity Director – US to join our team.

As the Entity Director, you’ll be based in Raleigh, and you will be responsible for overseeing operations and managing teams across our US offices – Raleigh and San Francisco.

In addition, you’ll collaborate with privacy lawyers, IT specialists, security professionals, and pharmaceutical experts to support our clients in achieving compliance and building trust.

What you will do

• Lead and oversee all strategic and operational aspects of the U.S. entity, including people management, finance, operations, and sales.
• Ensure GDPR, HIPAA, and/or other relevant data protection compliance across all activities.
• Represent the company externally with clients, partners, and regulatory authorities.
• Align U.S. operations with global corporate strategy and policies.
• Supervise project delivery and monitor quality standards across client engagements.
• Provide expert guidance on data protection, privacy regulations, and risk management.
• Collaborate with management and our business team to development initiatives and contribute to the company’s growth strategy.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and innovation.

What we’re looking for

• 10+ years of management experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles, ideally in international or multi-entity organizations.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, operational management, budget oversight, and HR compliance.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR, HIPAA, and/or other data privacy regulations.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with the capacity to inspire and influence teams and stakeholders.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are advantageous.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Personal attributes

• Visionary leader with strong decision-making and change management capabilities.
• Relationship builder with the ability to foster trust internally and externally.
• Results-oriented, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Open to learning and capable of operating in diverse cultural contexts.

What we offer

• Permanent senior leadership position with a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible and supportive company culture fostering innovation and collaboration.
• International exposure and opportunities to shape the strategic direction of the U.S. entity.
• The chance to make a significant impact on data privacy and protection within Life Sciences.

Diversity & Inclusion

At MyData-TRUST, we are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to grow and succeed.

👉 Interested? Apply now ([e-mail]) or share this opportunity with your network!