Data Privacy Analyst

About the role

The Data Privacy Analyst role supports the execution and day-to-day administration of Publicis Sapient’s global data privacy program. This role assists in coordinating and executing program activities, tracking deliverables, maintaining documentation, supporting stakeholder follow-up, and contributing to the identification, mitigation, and reporting of data privacy risks.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and management of the global data privacy program alongside the Global Data Privacy Program Lead.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimize the risk of non-compliance with applicable privacy regulations, including CCPA, PIPEDA, GDPR, and other relevant privacy laws.
• Operationalize legal/regulatory guidance across brand activities and processes.
• Identify and assess privacy risks as early as the RFP, MSA signing, and start-work stages of the engagement lifecycle.
• Conduct reviews of business processes to confirm best practices are followed regarding the handling, use, storage, retention, and protection of personal data.
• Build working relationships with appropriate client-facing, internal, legal, security, and other business stakeholders.
• Provide first-level support to stakeholders regarding data privacy and protection policies, procedures, and program expectations; monitor compliance and escalate complex matters as appropriate.
• Aid in special and cross-functional projects related to privacy, risk management, compliance, data governance, process improvement, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of work experience in risk management, privacy, legal, compliance, project management, audit, or a related field.
• Foundational understanding of data privacy, information security, risk management, regulatory compliance, or business process governance preferred.
• Exposure to privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, or similar privacy laws is preferred.
• Experience or demonstrated ability to support projects, track deliverables, coordinate stakeholders, prepare status updates, and manage follow-ups across multiple workstreams.
• Strong project management, follow-through, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and critical thinking, and ability to identify when matters require escalation.
• Ability to translate complex information into practical, business-friendly guidance.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities, evolving requirements, and time-sensitive deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in ambiguous or unstructured environments, using sound judgment to define priorities, gather relevant information, develop recommendations, and move work forward with limited direction.
• Curiosity, accountability, and willingness to learn. Being a self-starter and taking initiative.
• Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated aptitude to quickly and effectively adapt to technologies and tools outside of current experience.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
• Generous paid leave and holidays.
• Wellness program and employee assistance.