Vice President, Data Privacy

BNY Mellon; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Vice President of Data Privacy. The role involves supporting the Chief Privacy Officer in operationalizing the data privacy strategy and collaborating with stakeholders on privacy controls. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, experience in data privacy roles, and a solid understanding of GDPR. Excellent communication and project management skills are essential. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible global resources

Generous paid leaves

Qualifications

• Experience in a data privacy, data ethics, or data risk and compliance role.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing requirements.
• Financial services industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Privacy Officer and Global Privacy Office Directors in data privacy strategy.
• Operate enterprise-level data privacy policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data privacy controls.

Skills

Data privacy laws understanding

Strong communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Data privacy certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT)

Job description

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success.As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Data Privacy to join our Global Privacy Office team.This role is located in Manchester or London.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Privacy Officer and Global Privacy Office Directors to operationalize the Bank’s data privacy strategy and management framework.
• Operate key enterprise-level data privacy policies/procedures, processes and controls. Focus areas include privacy incident management, fulfilling individual rights requests (e.g. subject access) and responding to client queries about BNY’s privacy program.
• Support the deployment of data privacy management technology and tools (automation) to enhance data privacy controls.
• Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders when delivering these responsibilities (e.g. Legal, Compliance, business, technology).

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in a data privacy, data ethics or data risk and compliance role
• A strong Understanding of key data privacy laws in EMEA, e.g. EU and UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulation (PECR)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing requirements
• Team player with an open and collaborative approach to delivering required outcomes
• Financial services industry experience
• Data privacy certification(s) (e.g. CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT) and/or Global privacy program experience.

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Awards

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Benefits

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.