Privacy Manager

About Nebius

Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure. Built by engineers, for engineers, Nebius addresses complex challenges in compute, storage, networking, and applied AI. Headquartered in Amsterdam with a global R&D footprint, Nebius comprises over 1,500 employees, including hundreds of engineers with deep expertise.

The Role

The Privacy Manager will collaborate closely with business and technology teams across Nebius to identify privacy risks, develop solutions, and strategize for business success within a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. This position is part of a collegial Group Privacy Office within the Legal team.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Advise business teams (marketing, sales, IT, operations) on compliance with privacy, AI, and related laws, collaborating with Group Privacy Office peers on regional and global projects.
• Perform vendor and third-party privacy risk assessments, particularly for cloud providers, data center partners, and managed service vendors.
• Support cross-border data transfer assessments, including SCCs, TIAs, and adequacy mechanisms.
• Provide clear, practical, and pragmatic guidance in a multicultural environment, balancing regulatory expectations with business realities.
• Advise on data protection terms in various agreements (license, vendor, SaaS, technology, master services, confidentiality, etc.).
• Support product development by advising on privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles, balancing regulatory requirements with business goals and partner/customer expectations.
• Draft, update, and maintain internal and external privacy documentation, including DPIA templates, guidance materials, FAQs, and communication assets.
• Perform privacy impact assessments, responsible AI assessments, and other governance tasks; contribute to maintaining records of processing and satisfying privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default requirements.
• Advise sales and marketing teams on compliance implications of marketing initiatives (online advertising, behavioral advertising, social networking, email, SMS/text, consumer communications).
• Collaborate with Information Security, Data Governance, Risk, and Audit teams to identify and mitigate data protection compliance risks, including issue-spotting and advising on cybersecurity and data incidents.
• Support the privacy aspects of data breach and incident response, including regulatory notifications within EU timelines.

We Expect You To Have:

Professional Qualifications:

• LLM or J.D. degree or equivalent degree with strong academic performance.
• At least 6 years of hands-on experience in privacy, data protection, or related compliance roles, preferably within a technology-driven and/or international environment.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong, demonstrable knowledge of European data protection laws and global privacy regulations (e.g., UK GDPR, Swiss FADP, CCPA).
• Demonstrable expertise on US privacy legislation.
• Experience interpreting regulatory guidance and drafting relevant privacy notices, policies, and procedures.
• Hands-on experience with DPIAs, RoPAs, vendor assessments, and data transfer mechanisms.
• Experience advising corporate clients regarding compliance matters.
• Experience negotiating and drafting contracts.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make decisions within established guidelines and risk frameworks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and issue-resolution capabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with business partners across levels and demonstrate leadership on complex, high-priority issues.
• Ability to translate complex privacy and regulatory concepts into clear, business-friendly language and apply them to a complex technical environment.

It Will Be an Added Bonus If You Have:

• Ability to engage in technical discussions with IT teams regarding ad tech, data anonymization, and security/access controls related to cloud computing.
• Cultural awareness and ability to work effectively in diverse, global teams.
• Understanding of cybersecurity laws such as NIS2/DORA/CRA.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced infrastructure environment.
• A hands-on attitude.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Flexibility and ownership
• Collaborative and innovative culture
• Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
• International environment and talented teams

What's it like to work at Nebius

Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI.