CONTRACT2HIRE Privacy Manager/Attorney

Privacy Manager/Attorney
Anywhere| United States Contract To Hire

Our client, a global leader in smart access solutions and connected devices, is seeking a Privacy Manager/Attorney on a contract-to-hire basis to take meaningful ownership of key privacy initiatives across the organization. This role sits at the intersection of legal, product, and operations, partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to translate privacy requirements into practical, scalable business solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong privacy expertise and business savvy, with the credibility to influence stakeholders, independently own projects and processes from strategy through execution, and operate effectively with minimal guidance. Candidates should be an attorney, but also have a balance of supporting and guiding product teams, as well as practice, hands-on prowess in BAU privacy operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can balance legal and regulatory considerations with product and operational realities in a complex global environment.

This role is fully remote, with bonus points for those in the Chicagoland area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work closely with the Head of Global Privacy and Compliance to advance the company's privacy strategy and execute the privacy roadmap

Driving the execution and continuous improvement of internal privacy compliance projects, initiatives, policies, and procedures, including handling related documentation and reporting

Supporting development and continuous improvement of standardized privacy compliance resources and tools for use across the business

Assisting with development, updating, and execution of privacy awareness and compliance training

Manage day-to-day activities of the privacy program

Own and project manage cross functional privacy compliance projects

Support privacy compliance audits/reviews and oversee remediation activities across the organization

Communicate program and project progress, escalations, and issues to key stakeholders

Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.

Protect the company's reputation by keeping information confidential.

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.

Minimum Qualifications – Education/Certifications

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Focus in business, law, cybersecurity, information systems, engineering, data science or related field of study

One or more privacy certification required (CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPT or CIPM)

Experience

Demonstrated experience in the field of privacy, data governance, or consulting with a focus on comprehensive privacy program management.

Knowledge of global privacy and regulatory frameworks, such as GDPR, CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, or other privacy laws and regulations

Experience with different privacy frameworks, including GAPP and NIST

Familiarity with OneTrust is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Substantive understanding of data privacy, technology, and related terminology

Ability to exercise good judgment and balance risks in ambiguous and complex situations

Excellent work ethics and flexibility

Growth mindset - every new challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow

Ability to quickly spot issues and appropriately prioritize risk and outcomes

Extremely organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive projects to successful completion

Works well in collaborative team environment

Other
Experience

Big 4 experience is highly preferred

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence without authority

Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with cross functional teams and build consensus among stakeholders

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