Privacy Analyst

StackAdapt is a self-serve advertising platform that specializes in multi-channel solutions including native, display, video, connected TV, audio, in-game, and digital out-of-home ads. We empower hundreds of digitally-focused companies to deliver outcomes and exceptional campaign performance everyday. StackAdapt was founded with a vision to be more than an advertising platform, it’s a hub of innovation, imagination and creativity.

As StackAdapt’s Privacy Analyst, reporting to the Global Privacy Counsel, you will be directly involved in supporting and developing StackAdapt’s privacy program to maintain compliance with privacy laws, mitigate risk and build trust with customers and consumers. This is an exciting opportunity at a high growth Canadian tech company that allows you to play a key role in implementing strategic data protection initiatives throughout the enterprise to unify central business and technology groups.

StackAdapt is a Remote First company and you will work as part of a highly collaborative remote global Legal team. This role is open to candidates located anywhere in Canada or the US. Occasional travel may be required

What you'll be doing:

• Work closely with the Global Privacy Counsel and other members of the Legal team to develop and implement privacy and governance strategies to ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements as well as privacy commitments

• Collaborate with the Global Privacy Counsel and Compliance Lead, on the enhancement of processes to monitor, audit, and improve information and privacy practices

• Oversee the maintenance of up-to-date records, including data subject access inquiries, privacy incidents and resolutions

• Facilitate the fulfillment of data subject and consumer rights requests (access, deletion, do not sell, etc.) for applicable regulations

• Complete and update annual assessments, questionnaires, and data protection registrations, as required, and escalate risk remediation requirements 

• Support the development and implementation of privacy compliance tools and mechanisms based on business objectives

• Assist with privacy impact assessments (PIAs), data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), and due diligence initiatives alongside key stakeholders for new projects, processes, and systems

• Maintain records of data processing activities (ROPA) and DPIAs to demonstrate compliance with applicable data protection laws

• Implement privacy by design principles and ensure privacy considerations are integrated into projects and business objectives

• Facilitate updates to external privacy facing materials (e.g., privacy notice, cookie banners)

• Support the team with a variety of data protection projects and coordinating various activities with key stakeholders as required

• Provide thought leadership internally and externally

What you'll bring to the table:

• Practical, business-minded professional with 3+ years of privacy, legal operations, or similar experience.

• Knowledge of general data privacy principles such as data minimization, privacy by design, consent, and data subject rights.

• Ability to synthesize complex information into succinct and relevant points, including the ability to translate privacy concepts to business terms

• A positive, collaborative spirit, and a learning mindset 

• Adaptable, comfortable with ambiguity, and enjoy a fast-paced environment 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

• Professional maturity and integrity 

• Exceptional writing skills, strong attention to detail, and an ability to create original drafted documents

• IAPP Privacy certification a plus 

StackAdaptors enjoy:

• Highly competitive salary + commission structure

• RRSP matching

• 3 weeks vacation + 3 personal care days + 1 Culture & Belief day + birthdays off

• Access to a comprehensive mental health care platform

• Health benefits from day one of employment

• Work from home reimbursements

• Optional global WeWork membership for those who want a change from their home office

• Robust training and onboarding program

• Coverage and support of personal development initiatives (conferences, courses, etc)

• Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications to support continuous learning

• An awesome parental leave policy

• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture

• Our social and team events!

StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability (or superpower) status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you’re comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any part of the interview process, please let our Talent team know.

About StackAdapt

We've been recognized for our diverse and supportive workplace, high performing campaigns, award-winning customer service, and innovation. We've been awarded:

Ad Age Best Places to Work 2024

G2 Top Software and Top Marketing and Advertising Product for 2024

Campaign’s Best Places to Work 2023 for the UK

2024 Best Workplaces for Women and in Canada by Great Place to Work®

#1 DSP on G2 and leader in a number of categories including Cross-Channel Advertising

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