Overview
A partner organization is seeking a Privacy Manager based in the United Kingdom. This role operates at the intersection of law, technology, and innovation within a fast-moving environment managing complex global data. The Privacy Manager will play a key role in embedding privacy, AI governance, and data protection across products, services, and commercial activities. The position requires close collaboration with engineering, product, legal, and commercial teams to implement privacy-by-design principles effectively. This high-impact role influences product design, risk management, and customer trust across global markets, focusing on scalable cloud infrastructure and AI-driven solutions.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert guidance on privacy, AI governance, and data protection compliance to marketing, sales, IT, product, and operations teams across regional and global initiatives
- Conduct and oversee privacy risk assessments, including vendor due diligence for cloud providers, infrastructure partners, and third-party service providers
- Support cross-border data transfer mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs), and adequacy frameworks to ensure compliant global data flows
- Advise on privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles throughout product development and system architecture decisions
- Draft, review, and maintain privacy documentation including Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Records of Processing Activities (RoPAs), policies, notices, FAQs, and internal governance materials
- Provide legal and compliance input on commercial agreements such as SaaS, licensing, and data processing contracts
- Partner with security, risk, and engineering teams to manage privacy incidents, data breaches, and regulatory notifications within required timelines
- Support privacy aspects of AI and data governance initiatives to ensure responsible and compliant use of emerging technologies
- Advise marketing teams on compliant use of customer data across digital marketing, advertising, and communications channels
Requirements
- LLM, J.D., or equivalent legal qualification with a strong academic background
- Minimum 6 years of experience in privacy, data protection, or related compliance roles, preferably within international or technology-focused organizations
- Strong knowledge of European data protection laws (GDPR) and global frameworks including UK GDPR, Swiss FADP, and US privacy regulations such as CCPA
- Hands-on experience with DPIAs, RoPAs, vendor assessments, and cross-border data transfer mechanisms
- Proven ability to draft, negotiate, and review privacy and data protection clauses in commercial agreements
- Experience advising stakeholders across legal, product, engineering, and commercial functions in corporate or enterprise settings
- Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex regulatory concepts for non-legal audiences
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and make sound risk-based decisions
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and market standards
- Flexible working arrangements and remote-friendly culture
- Focus on learning, development, and career progression
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI, cloud, and data-driven technologies
- International, collaborative, and highly skilled work environment
- High level of autonomy and ownership in the role
- Exposure to complex global regulatory and product challenges
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