Data Protection And Privacy Manager

Summary

Join The Adaptavist Group as a Data Protection and Privacy Manager to lead global data compliance initiatives and safeguard customer data rights. This central role involves developing and implementing data privacy policies, managing data subject requests, and ensuring compliance with global data protection laws like GDPR and CCPA. You will drive a culture of data protection and privacy across the organization, working collaboratively with various teams. The position requires expertise in data privacy, compliance, and risk management, along with strong communication and collaboration skills. The Adaptavist Group offers a collaborative, forward-thinking environment and a range of benefits to support staff from all backgrounds.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of GDPR, CCPA, and global privacy frameworks
• Proven track record in a data protection, compliance, or privacy-focused role within an international context
• Expertise in developing and implementing data privacy policies, conducting DPIAs/PIAs, and managing data breaches
• Strong communication skills to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborative approach, working seamlessly with departments like Legal, IT, Marketing, and HR
• Analytical mindset to assess risks and craft balanced solutions aligning commercial and compliance needs

Responsibilities

• Champion Privacy Compliance: Establish and maintain a global privacy governance framework, ensuring adherence to GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations
• Mitigate Risks: Conduct Privacy and Data Protection Impact Assessments (PIAs and DPIAs), identify privacy risks, and embed privacy by design in all initiatives
• Respond Effectively: Lead the data breach response process, ensuring swift investigation, compliant reporting, and effective resolution
• Customer Response: Experience communicating with customers on data-related matters, including violations of data policies
• Empower the Organisation: Develop and deliver engaging training sessions, fostering awareness and compliance across the organisation
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to critically assess privacy risks and implement strategic solutions, taking a balanced view between commercial awareness and risk management
• Manage Data Subject Rights: Handle requests for data access, deletion, and portability while ensuring compliance with marketing preferences and cookie consent management
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with external partners and internal stakeholders to align privacy practices with emerging technologies, data residency requirements, and global trends
• Monitor and Improve: Conduct regular audits and evaluations to ensure ongoing compliance and enhance data protection strategies

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM), or similar certifications
• Familiarity with contract law related to data sharing and vendor compliance
• Proficiency in data security tools and privacy engineering principles
• SaaS background, AWS exposure

Benefits

• Family-friendly policies
• Flexible work environment