Morgan Stanley
Privacy Compliance Director
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Privacy Compliance Director
Privacy Compliance Director
Data Governance & AI Non-Financial Risk, Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley, an evolutionary global leader in financial services, seeks a Privacy Compliance Director within its Data Governance & AI Non-Financial Risk team. This Director will support the Firm’s privacy program management, helping achieve legal, regulatory, and business compliance objectives through risk assessments, policy development, training, and governance collaboration.
About the Role
The Privacy Compliance Director will join the Legal & Compliance division, promoting fair, transparent, and lawful processing of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) across all Business Lines and Functions. This is a Director-level position, offering strategic ownership of privacy initiatives while collaborating with global stakeholders.
Positioned within Morgan Stanley’s robust Data Governance and AI Non-Financial Risk framework, the role demands a strong operational understanding of privacy frameworks, correlated risk assessments, and adoption of evolving regulatory landscapes (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, Gleneagle Code (Reg P), GLBA/FCRA).
What You’ll Do
Core Responsibilities
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Program & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with privacy principles, risk methodologies, and internal controls
- Oversee Data Protection Officer (DPO) metrics, reporting, and program effectiveness
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Privacy Impact & Risk Assessments
- Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) for emerging technologies, systems, and AI applications
- Work with support functions to assess privacy risks tied to innovation
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Advisory & Stakeholder Liaison
- Provide expert guidance to Privacy Business Unit Leads, Regional Control Functions, and cross-divisional teams
- Lead gap analysis for robust implementation of international and regional privacy protocols
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- Policy & Governance Coordination
- Assist in designing and refining policies, procedures, and operational best practices
- Represent privacy expertise in executive messaging and governance strategy
What You’ll Bring
Essential Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent, measured by 5+ years’ relevant experience)
- 5+ years of experience in Privacy Compliance, Data Governance, or related fields
Technical & Regulatory Expertise
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Proficiency in privacy laws and frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, Reg P, GLBA, FCRA, GLM, and regional/local regulations)
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Knowledge of cross-border data transfers, data mapping, and technical privacy controls
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Experience assessing emerging tech privacy risks, such as biometrics, geolocation data, mobile applications, and IoT
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint for reporting and collaboration)
Collaborative & Operational Skills
- Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to partner across teams to ensure smooth execution of initiatives
- Proactive problem-solving with strong attention to detail
- Capacity to pilot change in large, regulated environments
What You Can Expect From Morgan Stanley
A Purpose-Driven Workplace
At Morgan Stanley, teams collaborate to elevate capitals—financial, people, and human experience. Sustainable high performance is supported by:
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Values-Driven Culture Leadership principles revolve around clients first, ethics, delivering innovative outcomes, diversity and inclusion, and community stewardship. Our employees thrive by embracing fair play, integrity, and mutual accountability.
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Global Mobility Opportunity 90+ years of leadership allows professionals to move across domains while honing expertise. Positions within our 240,000-square-foot NYC headquarters are complemented by additional offices in London, Hong Kong, and other key financial hubs.
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Comprehensive Benefits Work-life supportive benefits including:
- Flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual choice.
- Healthcare – medical, vision, dental, comprehensive disability, life insurance.
- Global Wellness & Total Rewards: 401K matching (USA), stock grants, country-specific benefits, etc.
- Career development journeys with targeted leadership, internal mobility, or international rotation opportunities.
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Diversity & Inclusion Inclusivity is core to our mission. We strive to ensure opportunity is available to all qualified candidates, respect diversity, nurture creativity, and prioritise an equal workplace.
Compensation & Recognition
- Competitive, top-tier compensation, tailored to market, geo, and role fit.
- Certification Personnel Support: Positive metrics-based career advancement and pathing.
Regional Notes
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