Data Privacy Manager

The Bullish Group has built an ecosystem focused on developing financial services for the digital assets sector through technology and investment businesses. These include: Bullish Exchange - digital asset trading services that utilize central limit order matching and proprietary market making technology to deliver deep liquidity and tight spreads within a compliant framework. The business is licensed by the Hong Kong SFC, German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFIN), and the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission. Since its launch in November 2021, Bullish Exchange has surpassed US$1.1 trillion in total trading volume, with 2H 2024 volume exceeding US$2 billion per day. Bullish Capital - an investment company which offers strategic capital, industry expertise and an extensive network of resources to support initiatives that connect conventional finance with the revolutionary possibilities of the digital economy. CoinDesk - an award-winning media, events, indices and data business servicing the global crypto economy. 

Reports to:

General Counsel

As Data Privacy Manager you will ensure our global business maintains a compliant personal data protection programme that meets the expectations of our customers, regulators and other stakeholders.  This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment and contribute to Bullish’s growth and success.

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive data protection and privacy strategy that aligns with the organization's goals and complies with global data protection laws and regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, and others.

• Maintain our policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure they remain effective and compliant with current laws, conducting regular audits and assessments to identify potential risks and areas for improvement.

• Develop and deliver training programs and communicate our policies effectively to raise awareness and understanding of data protection and privacy issues among employees and stakeholders.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for data protection regulators and data subjects, including as the nominated data protection officer where required.

• Handle DSARs in a timely and compliant way and lead the response to data privacy incidents.

• Advocate for and implement privacy considerations in the development of new products, services, business processes and systems.

• Maintain comprehensive records of data processing activities, ensure DPIAs are conducted where necessary, and ensure these are up-to-date and accessible.

• Uphold our standards for compliance, ethics and corporate governance.

Experience & Qualifications

• An established work history in data privacy having worked through multiple policy and procedure changes, with a strong understanding of global data privacy laws and regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, and others.

• Proven track record of successfully implementing data protection strategies and managing compliance in a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment.

• Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are highly desirable.

• Strong understanding of information technology and data management systems including OneTrust.

• Familiarity with data protection technologies and practices, including encryption, anonymization, and data loss prevention.

• Strong risk assessment and risk management skills.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex data protection concepts to diverse audiences.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

• Proactive and self-motivated, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement in the field of data protection.

Bullish is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are fast evolving and striving towards being a globally-diverse community. With integrity at our core, our success is driven by a talented team of individuals and the different perspectives they are encouraged to bring to work every day.