- Professional
- Bureau à Chicago
Grant Thornton is seeking a Privacy Program Manager to join the team in Chicago, IL.
Grant Thornton is seeking an exceptional Privacy Program Manager to spearhead our privacy program matters. The Privacy Program Manager will report directly to the firm’s Privacy Leader and will work closely with legal team, technology and various other functional group leaders. This role sits in the office of the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer.
The Privacy Program Manager will be responsible for the successful operation, assessment, and continuous improvement of Grant Thornton’s privacy compliance practices. The Privacy Program Manager will help improve the maturity of Grant Thornton’s privacy program by operationalizing policies and processes and tools needed to enable the firm to identify and appropriately manage privacy risks.
Support day-to-day management of privacy programs with support from colleagues in Grant Thornton’s privacy teams.
Manage ISO 27701 compliance activities including documentation, internal compliance assessments and audit participation globally.
Assist in development of and directly responsible for tracking privacy program key performance indicators globally.
Provide project management and metrics reporting assistance for global privacy program activities.
Manage Grant Thornton policies globally including recommendations for modifications, communications on changes and monitoring for compliance.
Operationalize and manage internal controls related to privacy management frameworks.
Assist with managing and implementing short and long-term initiatives for the continuous improvement of Grant Thornton’s privacy program against identified maturity goals.
Assist in monitoring privacy laws and developments.
Assist Sr. Privacy Director with merger and acquisition activities.
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum 4-6 years’ experience as a privacy professional with global integration, planning, reporting and management experience
Substantial experience using privacy management frameworks to demonstrate compliance with privacy requirements and assessing the effectiveness of privacy safeguards against framework requirements.
Knowledge of fair information practice and data ethics principles
Ability to plan and implement changes impacting the business as a result of evolving privacy requirements.
Knowledge of privacy management tools and experience including One Trust and Radar First
Excellent writing and editing skills are mandatory.
Excellent power point and excel skills.
Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM); Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) or Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) certifications are a plus.
Ability to exercise good judgement and balance risks in ambiguous and complex situations.
Limited travel as needed.
The base salary range for this position in the firm's Chicago, IL office is between $120,000 and $180,000.
About Company
- Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
- Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Company
In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.
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