Product Owner, Privacy

We are seeking a Product Owner to lead the development and optimization of privacy technology solutions. This role partners with legal, business, and engineering teams to translate privacy regulations and operational needs into scalable, user-focused products and processes.

Key responsibilities include managing privacy product roadmaps, driving compliance initiatives (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, etc.), improving workflows, overseeing platform access and governance, and ensuring successful delivery of privacy capabilities across the organization.

The ideal candidate possesses strong product management experience, expertise in privacy and compliance technologies, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to turn complex requirements into practical, scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Own and execute the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with business priorities, user needs, and compliance considerations

Translate legal, regulatory, and business requirements into clear product specifications and user stories

Partner with cross-functional teams (legal, engineering, business, and vendors) to deliver product enhancements and system integrations

Drive prioritization, backlog management, and release planning to maximize business impact

Monitor product performance, user adoption, and key success metrics

Identify and resolve system gaps, inefficiencies, and production issues

Manage vendor relationships and ensure delivery of third-party solutions

Lead change management efforts, including system updates, testing, and user enablement

Ensure clear communication and alignment across stakeholders

Continuously improve products based on user feedback, data insights, and evolving regulatory requirements

Basic Requirements

5+ years of experience in product management, privacy operations, compliance technology, or governance-related roles

Strong knowledge of privacy regulations and frameworks, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and global data protection standards

Hands-on experience with privacy management platforms, including workflow configuration, reporting, and integrations

Proven ability to translate complex legal, compliance, and business requirements into scalable product and operational solutions

Experience managing product roadmaps, prioritizing backlogs, and driving cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution

Strong understanding of SaaS platforms, APIs, enterprise systems, and data flow management

Excellent stakeholder management, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills across technical and non-technical teams

Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms

Experience supporting privacy workflows such as consent management, DSARs, cookie compliance, and records of processing activities

Knowledge of data governance, risk management, cybersecurity, and compliance best practices

Experience working with Legal, Security, Engineering, and Product teams in enterprise environments

Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and drive operational efficiency through automation and scalable solutions

Relevant certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, CIPT, CSPO, or other privacy/product management credentials preferred

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

For LA County and City Residents Only: VERSANT Media will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com .

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