Privacy by Design & Records Governance – Mobility

Director, Privacy by Design & Records Governance – Mobility

Grade Level: 13

The Role: Director, Privacy by Design & Records Governance - Mobility

The Team: Join a best-in-class global team committed to delivering timely, practical and actionable data privacy, protection and information governance leadership that enables informed decision-making and safeguards our reputation, people, and assets. This position reports directly to the Head of Privacy, Data & AI, who reports to the Chief Risk, Compliance and Privacy Officer of Mobility.

Responsibilities and Impact: The Director, Privacy by Design & Records Governance is a senior data protection and privacy leader responsible for data minimization, storage limitation, and records management approach, program and controls design, and guidance, supporting a business of approximately $1.8 billion in revenue and approximately 3,500 employees worldwide.

The Director, Privacy by Design & Records Governance partners closely with business leaders and stakeholders across the company to build effective controls and programs for records governance and privacy by design and drives:

• Reduced regulatory, audit, and litigation risk through defensible privacy and retention controls;

• Responsible use of information and records to support growth, innovation, and product delivery;

• Lower data storage and operational costs by driving minimization and defensible disposal of records and data;

• Scalable, integrated privacy and data protection compliance; and

• Actionable requirements for technical, product and information security teams based on legal advice and regulatory requirements.

What's in it for you:

• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Partner closely with colleagues across the enterprise to integrate privacy and data protection into business strategy

• Design and translate privacy by design and records governance frameworks into scalable, practical solutions that support innovation while effectively managing risk

• Serve as a business-oriented leader and core member of the data protection, privacy and information governance team, providing strategic direction and oversight on issues of significant importance to the company

• Opportunity to shape and mature the data protection, privacy and information governance function within a newly standalone public company

Responsibilities:

•          Privacy by Design.

• Designs guidance and approach for Privacy by Design.

• Establishes guidance for Privacy by Design and Privacy Engineering standards for technology teams, including guidance that enables compliant product development without slowing product delivery.

• Leads cross-functional programs and projects with Technology, Product, Risk, Legal, and Operations to implement privacy, Privacy by Design, retention, and data lifecycle controls.

•          Data Minimization & Records Governance

• Drives data minimization and defensible disposal of records across corporate systems, digital and physical repositories, and products to reduce cost, complexity, and regulatory exposure.

• Owns Information Governance policies and the Global Records Retention Schedule, ensuring they support business needs while meeting regulatory expectations.

• Reduces regulatory, audit, and litigation risk through defensible privacy and retention controls.

• Lower data storage and operational costs by driving minimization and defensible disposal of records and data.

• Strategic Analysis of Privacy and Risk Assessments

• Performs strategic analysis across DPIAs, PIAs, and risk and data mapping assessments to identify systemic risk, prioritize remediation, and shape privacy, retention, and minimization programs.

• Defines and oversees the operationalization of foundational privacy processes and tooling (e.g. DPIAs, data mapping, OneTrust).

Basic Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in data privacy and protection in complex, regulated, or technology-enabled organizations

• Bachelor's degree or higher and privacy certifications (e.g. IAPP) preferred

• Demonstrated experience building or maturing privacy by design and records governance frameworks and programs

• Experience advising leadership and cross-functional stakeholders on privacy by design and records governance matters

• Prior experience with privacy tools, data analytics for privacy monitoring or modern privacy platforms

• Proven capability to manage high-volume, complex environments with sound judgment and adaptability. Fosters inclusivity and manages emotions to achieve optimal business outcomes. Able to effectively pivot direction and collaborate across teams to meet strategic initiatives

• Exceptional business judgment and strong problem-solving abilities. Adept at articulating business needs and defining actionable strategies. Actively seeks input from diverse sources to ensure engagement and influence stakeholder buy-in at all levels

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated passion for the business

• Operates autonomously while also being a collaborative team player who brings a positive, "can do" attitude to the workplace. Works effectively with other members of the Compliance, Risk and Privacy team, internal clients, and cross-functional organizations to influence and develop strategic initiatives

• Ability to work independently as an individual contributor while building toward team leadership

About S&P Global Mobility: S&P Global has recently announced the intent to separate our Mobility Segment into a standalone public company. 

About S&P Global Mobility:

At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction. Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility. We open the door to automotive innovation, revealing the buying patterns of today and helping customers plan for the emerging technologies of tomorrow.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in-class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

It is the policy of Mobility to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Mobility will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.