US Privacy Counsel/ Data Protection Manager

Enabling safe and rewarding digital lives for genuine people, everywhere We make it our mission to ensure more genuine people have digital access to opportunities, and businesses have access to more genuine people. Our technology draws on diverse and reliable data to create a single point of truth for identity and address verification. With over 30 years of experience behind us our team and technology are focused on enabling safe and rewarding digital lives for everyone. Regardless of age, location or background, genuine people everywhere should be able to digitally prove who they are and where they live. About the Team We are a team of privacy, compliance, and data protection professionals dedicated to supporting GBG's business objectives with agility, expertise, and impact. We partner across regions and functions to help the organization navigate an evolving regulatory landscape while enabling innovation and growth. Success within our team is built on a shared commitment to expertise, collaboration, integrity, customer focus, and continuous improvement . We value individuals who bring deep subject matter knowledge, embrace accountability, work effectively across diverse stakeholders, and are passionate about solving complex challenges. Our team thrives in a fast-paced environment where trust, inclusivity, and a solutions-oriented mindset drive meaningful results for our customers, colleagues, and the business. We are looking for an US Privacy Counsel/ Data Protection Manager who can combine technical and regulatory knowledge with strong business partnership skills, helping to strengthen our privacy program while fostering a culture of responsible data stewardship across the organization. US Privacy Counsel/ Data Protection Manager You will be the USA regional expert, supporting all product offerings in country, where you operate as a trusted advisor, whilst working together as a team to ensure GBG is compliant with applicable legislation and contractual obligations. What you will do You will: Act as a trusted advisor on US privacy and AI laws, providing timely, pragmatic guidance to internal teams and engaging directly with customers to negotiate and explain data protection positions. Lead and deliver privacy and AI compliance initiatives end-to-end, including assessments, data flow analysis, risk identification, and tracking actions through to completion. Partner with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Legal to embed Privacy and AI by Design into data use, products, and services, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory requirements. Review, draft, and negotiate data protection provisions in customer and supplier contracts, balancing legal risk with commercial priorities. Monitor and interpret new and emerging US privacy and AI legislation, rapidly translating requirements into clear, actionable business guidance. Maintain and continuously improve compliance frameworks, processes, and documentation, including supporting internal and external audits and ensuring strong record-keeping. Build strong relationships with stakeholders, while delivering training and awareness programmes to embed a culture of privacy and AI compliance across the organisation. The role will report into the Head of US Privacy, Counsel Willing to work flexible hours to communicate with teams globally and travel to Atlanta office when required. We utilize OneTrust Privacy Management Software Ability to understand legal contracts and regulatory requirements quickly, then apply to ensure GBG’s compliance. Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure, to strict deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to persuade and influence others at all levels, with specific experience of managing difficult consumers. Questioning nature, allowing you to uncover the full picture, which may then prompt areas for further investigation/resolution. Demonstrable evidence you are a quick learner, who can quickly understand complex requirements. This may be researching and then applying local data protection rules/guidance to getting to grips with technical solutions. Experience within a complex organisation, preferably within the same industry or similar. Knowledge of the State privacy obligations, biometric laws, GLBA, FCRA and other relevant legislation, with proven experience of its application Behaviors Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative Plans ahead and works in a systematic and organised way Shows evidence of clear analytical thinking Applies own expertise effectively Communicates and networks effectively As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Please inform your GBG Talent Attraction Partner if you require any reasonable adjustments to the interview process. To chat to the Talent Attraction team and find out more about our benefits and why we’re a great place to work, drop an email to [email protected] and we’ll be in touch. You can also find out more about careers at GBG and check out our current opportunities at gbgplc.com/careers.