International Privacy Director – US Remote

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

The International Privacy Director is responsible for the compliant collection, use, maintenance, and disclosure of personal data, including Personal Identifiable Data pursuant to the Enterprise Privacy Office guidance, legal requirements, and customer contracts.

 

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. 

 

Primary Responsibilities:

Privacy Program Operations & Incident Management

• Draft Personal Data Processing Records (PDPRs) that document privacy risk analysis of business processes, Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), and revalidate such records with the assistance from business leaders
• Support local lines of business and human capital operations with ongoing Privacy related matters including:
  • Mercury process (e.g. assistance on the classification of vendors as a data controller or a data processor)
  • Privacy by Design services for new product or service development
  • Participate in CPL process for new or modified products or services
  • Data Retention Policy
  • Privacy Policies and Procedures
  • Participate in ISO 27001 certification activities
• Support corporate, segment, and local leadership reporting on Privacy metrics
• Support customer RFPs, RFIs, and new acquisitions as required
• Participation in local audit activities associated with privacy practices and policies
• Guide business on Data Subject Access Requests to ensure compliance with the applicable regulatory response requirements

 

Non-US Governance & Regulatory Filings

• Assist with filing annual submissions to country specific databases that is managed by Data Protection Authorities (an online report due annually that details the processing of personal data)

 

Regulatory-Implementation & Acquisition/Integration

• Lead or assist in the implementation efforts of complying with new data protection laws
• Assist with integration efforts associated with human capital operations and privacy program

 

Training & Awareness

• Train and promote compliance with the law, best practices and industry standards, and Company requirements

        

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a compliance or privacy related role
• Experience in doing risk assessment associated with new products and services

        

Preferred Qualifications:

• IAPP CIPP certification
• International privacy knowledge
• Legal background

   

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

 

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $122,100 to $234,700 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with al minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

 

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. 

 

 

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.     

 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.