Head of Privacy
About the positionResponsibilities• Lead and evolve our privacy program, including operationalizing privacy by design and default. • Guide the company to ensure compliance with and manage risk under privacy, data security, and AI regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, EU AI Act, U.S. state AI laws). • Partner with our Data and Cybersecurity team leaders to manage and enhance our data governance program. • Support privacy-related litigation and manage our response to data subject requests, privacy incidents, and regulatory inquiries.• Conduct risk assessments related to data processing and lead incident response protocols related to data breach or privacy incidents. • Report to our General Counsel & Head of Global Affairs and serve as a member of Grindr's leadership team. • Manage and mentor a lean privacy team while also contributing directly to day-to-day privacy work. • Represent Grindr externally and drive internal company-wide education and awareness efforts on privacy and AI topics. Requirements• 10+ years of relevant experience, including as a Chief Privacy Officer, Deputy CPO, or senior privacy counsel.• Significant experience counseling on privacy and data protection at a product-driven technology company serving at least millions of users. • Deep knowledge of global privacy laws and emerging AI regulations, including familiarity with the legal landscape around algorithmic transparency and automated decision-making. • Excellent judgment, communication skills, and ability to provide clear, pragmatic guidance in ambiguous or fast-moving situations. • Comfortable leading strategy and contributing hands-on execution in a fast-moving, dynamic, high-performing environment.• JD or equivalent legal degree strongly preferred. Benefits• Insurance premium coverage for health, dental, and vision for you and partial coverage for your dependents. • Generous 401K plan with 6% match and immediate vest in the U.S. • Industry-competitive compensation and eligibility for company bonus and equity programs. • Industry-leading gender-affirming offerings with up to 90% cost coverage, access to Included Health, monthly stipends for HRT, and more. • Flexible vacation policy, monthly stipends for cell phone, internet, wellness, food, and commuting, breakfast/lunch provided onsite, and yearly travel & leisure stipend.Apply tot his job