Are you passionate about privacy, governance, and helping a global business navigate complex regulatory landscapes? Do you enjoy building practical, scalable privacy programmes that enable innovation while protecting individuals and supporting business growth? 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 experience in data protection and privacy law within commercial, data-driven environments, with the ability to interpret complex legislation and translate it into practical business solutions. Proven track record of designing and implementing privacy, risk, governance, training and awareness programmes, while embedding a strong culture of privacy and data protection across organisations. Experience applying privacy principles across marketing, sales, e-commerce and digital platforms, balancing regulatory requirements with commercial objectives. Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to act as a visible advocate for privacy and drive organisational change. Recognised privacy certification (e.g. CIPP or equivalent) and a degree in Law, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related discipline are highly desirable. Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, respond to legislative risk and meet tight deadlines. Demonstrated success working within global teams, sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and maintaining a continuous learning mindset. Fluency in English plus a second language (French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese or Spanish) highly desirable, with flexibility to travel internationally as required. 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. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. For more information, visit www.rxglobal.com We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120. Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here. Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy. We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. USA Job Seekers: EEO Know Your Rights. RX is in the business of building businesses for individuals, communities and organizations. We elevate the power of face-to-face events by combining data and digital solutions to help customers learn about markets, source products and complete transactions at over 350 events in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors. RX is passionate about making a positive impact on society and is fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. www.rxglobal.com

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