Manager, Data Privacy Ops, APAC

About the role

The Privacy Operations Manager will embed data privacy principles across Publicis’ APAC business. Reporting to the Global Data Privacy Program Lead, you will work with senior stakeholders to ensure privacy‑by‑design is built into systems and processes.

Key responsibilities

• Support implementation and management of the APAC Data Privacy Program in coordination with global teams and country CFOs.
• Collaborate with Global Data Privacy Operations, GDPO, regional privacy counsels, and the Global Security Office to ensure compliance with privacy regulations and group policies.
• Conduct reviews of business processes, maintain record‑keeping obligations, and compile status reports for executive leadership.
• Provide guidance to product and system owners on privacy‑by‑design and data‑protection tools.
• Lead vendor due‑diligence assessments, ensure contractual privacy obligations are met, and facilitate data‑privacy impact assessments.
• Prepare and present clear reports on privacy risks, mitigation measures, and compliance activities.
• Support monitoring, training, audits, and client‑facing privacy inquiries.

Required profile

• Proven experience in AdTech or digital media within the APAC region.
• Strong background in regulatory compliance implementation and privacy law operationalisation.
• Ability to work with senior business, engineering, and system‑administration stakeholders.
• Subject‑matter expertise in privacy principles and Publicis privacy policies.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape privacy strategy for a leading global media group.
• Collaboration with cross‑regional privacy and security teams.
• Exposure to complex, high‑impact privacy projects across APAC.