Senior Privacy Program Manager

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Senior Privacy Program Manager to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space. This role will own and evolve the organization’s global privacy program, ensuring privacy requirements are embedded into day-to-day operations across multiple jurisdictions. You will partner closely with product, technical, vendor management, and business teams to assess risk, improve privacy processes, and strengthen governance. The position also plays a key role in translating complex regulatory obligations into practical guidance, measurable controls, and scalable workflows that support business growth. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the global privacy program to ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Assess and triage privacy risks in vendor relationships using defined standards and AI tools
• Enhance privacy rights processes and automate handling of requests in collaboration with vendors and business teams
• Oversee and streamline the privacy review process, fostering collaboration with product teams
• Translate privacy requirements into actionable guidelines, manage risk registers, and conduct DPIAs
• Create and deliver privacy training programs while supporting data governance initiatives
• Establish KPIs to measure privacy program effectiveness and maintain internal resource documentation

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related experience, or 8 years with a Master's degree; privacy certifications preferred but not mandatory
• 5+ years of relevant privacy experience, preferably in SaaS or tech industries
• In-depth understanding of global privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and PIPEDA
• Hands-on attitude toward fulfilling team objectives, prioritizing outcomes over rigid role definitions
• Experience collaborating with technical teams on data and system architecture
• Strong project management abilities to align privacy with broader business goals
• Excellent communication skills to translate complex concepts and strong analytical problem-solving capabilities
• Familiarity with AI tools like Claude and Gemini for privacy management optimization

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits to support a healthy lifestyle
• Flexible work arrangements to accommodate employees' changing needs
• Access to learning and development resources, particularly in AI tools
• Equity options to promote shared success and ownership
• Robust total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and bonuses

Pay

$183,000+ annually