Privacy Lead - US and LATAM

Job Summary

Wise is a global technology company building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.

About the Role

This role is based in Austin to provide local time-zone support and to co-locate with other members of the Wise Legal team. The Global Privacy team supports teams throughout Wise in protecting the privacy and security of our customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead all privacy implementation and regulatory change programs for NorthAm and LATAM regions
• Partner with business and engineering teams on the design and launch of innovative products for the NorthAm and LATAM markets
• Advise on the privacy aspects of Wise platform partnerships and arrangements with partner banks and financial institutions, including contractual arrangements
• Provide strategic privacy guidance and support for Wise’s OCC license application and associated regulatory approvals
• Support expansion activities for launching Wise products and services in new jurisdictions
• Oversee privacy compliance for NorthAm and LATAM entities and report to oversight committees and entity boards in the regions
• Support periodic global and regional audits of privacy compliance within Wise
• Keep up with evolving regulatory requirements in the region and translate them into actionable business requirements
• Support implementation of the Wise AI Governance framework, monitor emerging AI regulations and guidelines in the NorthAm and LATAM regions and support associated regulatory change initiatives

Requirements

• Excellent academic credentials. Minimum of 8 years privacy experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house
• Strong in-depth understanding of existing and developing privacy, AI and data security laws in the NorthAm region and working knowledge of those laws in the LATAM region
• Hands-on experience of GLBA, FCRA etc.
• Experience in handling privacy inquiries, complaints and incidents
• Experience in privacy by design and data protection impact assessments
• Experience in dealing with regulators on privacy matters
• Experience in drafting and negotiating privacy related contracts and developing compliance and auditing frameworks
• Comfortable taking the initiative and working across multiple business lines and jurisdictions
• Excellent written and verbal skills in English
• Admitted to practice law in at least one NorthAm state
• A problem solving attitude, with the ability to use regulation together with data to drive business decisions
• Ability to drive and deliver projects from inception to completion, timely and with attention to detail
• Experience (or interest) in working in a fast-growing environment

Desirable

• Relevant privacy qualification, such as CIPM, CIPP or equivalent
• Knowledge of new and developing state laws relating to privacy, security and use of AI
• Hands on experience of AI Governance
• Direct Marketing and Ad Tech experience
• Experience of relevant technologies including data anonymisation, PETS, artificial intelligence and familiarity with ethical frameworks, data governance and accountability

Benefits

For everyone, everywhere. We’re people building money without borders – without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive. We’re proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences. Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

Pay & Schedule

Details on pay and schedule are not specified in the job posting.