Associate Director Digital, Data & AI Legal (m/f/d)

h3Legal Area International Legal Compliance /h3pThe Associate Director, International Legal Compliance (Digital, Data and AI) is a member of the International Legal Compliance team, providing strategic legal and compliance counsel in support of the company's ex‑US digital, data, and AI strategy and initiatives. The role partners closely with other members of the International Legal Compliance organization, as well as with business, technology, and other support functions across the international markets to enable responsible innovation while managing legal, compliance and regulatory risks. The position reports to the Director, Digital, Data AI, International Legal Compliance. /ph3Job Description /h3h3Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To /h3ulliServe as an embedded legal and compliance partner to business and technology stakeholders on ex‑US digital health, AI, data analytics, and technology‑enabled initiatives, providing practical, risk‑based guidance across the full solution lifecycle – from design and development through deployment and scale – while safeguarding regulatory compliance, data protection and patient and HCP interests. /liliAssess and document legal and compliance risks relating to AI and data use, including privacy, intellectual property, bias, transparency, safety, accountability, and third‑party risk. /liliMonitor and track emerging AI, digital, privacy, cybersecurity, and data governance regulations and requirements and translate them into pragmatic guidance, policies, and training. /liliReview and negotiate technology, AI, data, cloud, SaaS, API, licensing, and digital partnership agreements, including provisions on data use, model training, indemnities, audit rights, and third‑party obligations. /liliCollaborate with regional and market legal compliance teams, IT/digital functions, Global Privacy Office, US counterparts, outside counsel, and external partners to ensure global alignment and consistency in approach. /liliManage a portfolio of legal matters and projects related to digital, data, and AI across multiple international markets, prioritising based on risk, commercial impact and regulatory deadlines. /liliDesign and deliver compliance training programmes on digital, data and AI topics for business and functional stakeholders across international markets, ensuring awareness of applicable legal and regulatory requirements. /liliSupport the adoption of AI tools and legal technology within International Legal Compliance by identifying practical use cases, supporting implementation, and promoting efficient legal service delivery. /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3ulliLaw degree (common law or civil law jurisdiction) with a current license to practise or equivalent professional certification; /liliAdvanced degree (LL.M. or equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as technology law, data protection, health law, or intellectual property is preferred, but not required. /liliMinimum of 5 years of post‑qualification legal experience gained either in a legal department or at a law firm, preferably working in a pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, or other highly regulated environment. /liliWorking knowledge of the AI, data protection, privacy, cybersecurity, and digital regulatory landscape applicable to international markets — including EU frameworks (e.g. EU AI Act, GDPR, NIS2 Directive, EU Data Act) and key international regimes — together with an awareness of emerging global AI governance initiatives and international data transfer mechanisms. /liliFluent in English, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely; proficiency in one or more additional languages relevant to key international markets (e.g. German, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese) is an advantage. /li /ulh3Preferred Experience And Skills /h3ulliCIPP (e.g. CIPP/E, CIPP/A), CIPM, IAPP AIGP, or equivalent certification preferred. /liliExperience advising on digital health products, including software as a medical device, digital therapeutics, and patient‑facing technologies /liliWorking understanding of AI/ML, data science workflows, cloud technologies, and digital product development lifecycles /liliStrong commercial acumen and solution‑oriented mindset, with the ability to balance legal risk management with business enablement and speed‑to‑market. /liliProven ability to operate effectively in matrixed, global organization, with the capacity to influence stakeholders across functions, geographies, and seniority levels. /liliStrong skills in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex technology and data‑related agreements. /liliSound judgement, strong analytical skills, and disciplined decision‑making in novel, ambiguous, or high‑risk situations. /liliCollaborative working style across cross‑functional, cross‑cultural, internal, and external stakeholder groups. /liliAbility to be proactive, highly responsive, take initiative, handle pressure and manage a portfolio of issues in a fast‑paced environment. /liliStrong communication and presentation skills in verbal and written English with the ability to deliver engaging training to non‑legal audiences. /liliExperience leveraging legal technology and digital tools to improve efficiency and scalability in legal operations. /liliLegal and/or Compliance experience in the pharmaceutical/life sciences industry in international markets /li /ulh3Location /h3ulliLucerne, Switzerland /li /ulh3Additional location(s) Compensation Information /h3pN/A /ph3Required Skills /h3pConfidentiality, Contract Administration, Cross‑Functional Teamwork, Digital Healthcare, Global Coordination, Intellectual Property Law, Legal Compliance, Legal Research, Operational Efficiency, Pharmaceutical Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reporting, Risk Avoidance, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Alignment /ph3Employee Status /h3pRegular /ph3Relocation /h3pNo relocation /ph3VISA Sponsorship /h3pNo /ph3Travel Requirements /h3p10% /ph3Flexible Work Arrangements /h3pHybrid /ph3Shift /h3pNot Indicated /ph3Valid Driving License /h3pNo /ph3Hazardous Material(s) /h3pN/A /ph3Job Posting End Date /h3p11/11/2026 /p #J-18808-Ljbffr