About our team RX Global aims to create unforgettable experiences for attendees and exhibitors through organising events. Innovation, creativity, and collaboration drive the company to offer exceptional services to clients. About the role The Head of Privacy and Data Protection supports the Chief Privacy Officer in developing and maintaining the Privacy Centre of Excellence. This global role ensures alignment between privacy compliance and business objectives across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. Key responsibilities include providing leadership to a team of privacy subject matter experts (SMEs), managing the Global Rights Centre, overseeing both the Privacy Risk and Governance Programme and the Privacy Awareness and Training Programme, reviewing privacy assessments and notices, and ensuring that privacy processes and operations are effective, compliant, and thoroughly documented. The position requires strong commercial awareness and involves close collaboration with senior leaders including the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, legal counsel, and business unit risk owners. Responsibilities + Collaborate with the RX Chief Privacy Officer to maintain the global privacy strategy and programme aligned with legal and commercial needs. + Conduct final reviews of Data Protection Impact Assessments and ensure consistent application of safeguards across global operations. + Deliver timely, well-researched privacy advice and training to support business decisions and compliance with global laws and internal policies. + Lead the RX Privacy Risk and Governance Programme to ensure effective privacy risk management and accountability. + Mentor and train privacy subject matter experts to deliver accurate, practical, and timely guidance to the business. + Ensure efficient handling of rights requests through the Global Rights Centre and identify trends or issues for escalation and resolution. + Lead the design and delivery of the RX Privacy Training and Awareness Programme, ensuring engaging, accessible training and guidance to build a strong culture of privacy awareness. + Maintain and regularly update privacy assessment tools and compliance packs with clear, inclusive guidance. Requirements + Extensive working knowledge and real-world experience in data protection and privacy law in a commercial, data led environment (ideally of a FTSE 500 / S&P company). + Proven ability to embed a culture of privacy and data protection in a commercial business. + Experience in designing and implementing privacy programmes, privacy risk and governance programmes, and privacy training and awareness programmes. + Experience applying privacy principles in marketing, sales, e-commerce, and digital platforms. + Strong skills in interpreting privacy legislation and translating it into practical business solutions. + Recognised privacy certifications (e.g. CIPP or equivalent) are highly valued as is a degree in law, information technology, business administration, or a related field. + A visible advocate for the business, demonstrating exceptional communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills, coupled with a proactive ‘can-do’ attitude and an enthusiasm that motivates and inspires others. + Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and / or pivot to meet tight deadlines depending upon legislative risk and commercial need. + Excels in working in a global team, with a willingness to accept and share knowledge, including undertaking additional training as required. + Fluency in English is required, along with a secondary language in either French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese or Spanish. + Flexibility and willingness to travel globally if needed. Work in a way that works for you We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals. Working for you Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive About the Business RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. With a presence in 25 countries across 41 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. RX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX empowers businesses to thrive by leveraging data-driven insights and digital solutions. 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