Senior Project Manager GDPO

Company description Publicis Re:Sources is at the core of Publicis Groupe, the world's largest communications company. We are the only full-service, end-to-end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to do what they do best: innovate and transform for their clients. Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis Re:Sources has grown to 6,000+ employees in over 55 countries. We provide technology solutions and business services, including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management, information security, and global mobility — supporting 110,000+ employees across the Publicis Groupe network. Our people are at the center of everything we do, bringing curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence to their work every day. Learn more about Publicis Re:Sources and the Publicis Groupe agencies we support at publicisresources.com. Overview Join our Global Data Privacy Office and help translate privacy and compliance requirements into effective processes, supported by technology and data. In this role, you will support international privacy initiatives, manage key compliance processes, and contribute to automation and operational improvements. You will work closely with legal, business, and security stakeholders across regions, including the United States.We are looking for someone who combines project management and compliance experience with practical technical skills and a strong learning mindset. You enjoy understanding how things work, learning independently, exploring new tools, and testing ideas to find better ways of working. Responsibilities General Support the Global Data Privacy Office in operationalizing compliance with data privacy regulations at international level. Manage complex privacy and compliance projects, coordinating activities across regions and business teams. Develop, document, review, and improve privacy compliance processes, and monitor existing workflows for effectiveness and consistency. Main responsibilities Privacy Operations, Technology & Data: Use OneTrust and project and risk management tools to support privacy operations, monitor activities, and track progress. Contribute to process automation, reporting, and operational improvement initiatives, applying coding skills where appropriate. Work with large datasets to support analysis, reporting, and process improvements. Use AI tools to support day-to-day work and process improvements, in line with applicable privacy, security, and internal requirements. Data Subject Rights & Website Compliance: Manage the data subject rights process at Groupe level. Manage the global website compliance program, including the preparation and review of privacy notices and cookie policies. Assessments & Stakeholder Collaboration: Support assessments of the data privacy implications of new products, systems, and features. Collaborate with the Global Data Privacy Operations Team, the Global Security Office, and legal, business, and technical stakeholders. Collaborate with US-based stakeholders, occasionally adjusting working hours when required to accommodate time-zone differences. Qualifications Your approach You take ownership of your learning. You proactively seek information, research unfamiliar topics, and build your knowledge independently, while knowing when to ask for support. You are willing to try new things. You explore unfamiliar tools and approaches, test ideas thoughtfully, and learn from the results. You enjoy improving processes. You question inefficient ways of working and turn ideas into practical improvements. You combine analytical thinking with a hands-on approach. You are comfortable moving between project coordination, process design, data, and technology. Your experience and skills Approximately 5–6 years of relevant professional experience in project management and data privacy, including experience managing complex projects in a digital or technology-related environment. A degree in Political Science, Political Science and Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a comparable qualification. Practical compliance experience, with a background in privacy, or risk management. Strong knowledge of OneTrust and/or hands-on experience using project and risk management tools. Practical coding experience, including Python, and an understanding of how programming can support data-related tasks, automation, or process improvements. Strong technical skills and confidence working with technology, exploring unfamiliar systems, and learning new tools. Experience working with large datasets, supported by strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Experience designing, documenting, maintaining, and improving processes. Experience using AI tools in a professional setting. Previous experience working in an international organisation and collaborating across countries and functions. English proficiency at C1 or C2 level, with strong written and spoken communication skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to coordinate priorities and maintain progress across different activities. The ability to collaborate effectively with legal, business, and technical stakeholders. Nice to have Sound judgement in data privacy matters. A data privacy certification, such as CIPP/E, CIPP/M, or a similar qualification. Proficiency in an additional language, particularly German or French. Working arrangements As you will collaborate with US-based stakeholders, occasional flexibility in working hours is required to accommodate time-zone differences. Additional information As a member of our Re:Sources team, you can expect a strong team spirit that will put a smile on your face even on a bad day inspiring collaboration and exchange with colleagues from different disciplines, countries, and across the entire network Hybrid work model, following the onboarding period of course, beverages (water, coffee, soft drinks, etc.) and fresh fruit great events and celebrations that bring together the entire Re:Sources team from all over Germany access to around 30k web-based trainings and courses additional benefits such as free yoga within the agency network, mental health offerings, etc. We want our team to be as diverse as our tasks. Our goal is a corporate culture in which all employees are respected in their individuality and are appreciated. You can find out more about us on our homepage at www.resources-de.com Publicis Re:Sources a division of Publicis Lion GmbH