Privacy Specialist

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Region: Shelton, CT

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Why Join Us?

At Subway, "better" is baked into our DNA. We are a brand that believes in continued improvement ... in our lives, our businesses, and our planet. From the handshake that started our very first sandwich shop to earning our position as one of the world's leading restaurant brands, we've always embraced change and the path ahead. And today, we're making better living way easier.

Our purpose is about more than the food we serve in our restaurants. It's centered on fueling healthy businesses and healthier lives. It is one of the most exciting times to join the Subway team and contribute to our transformational journey.

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity to support our Legal team as a Privacy Specialist based in our Shelton, CT. The Privacy Specialist is responsible for implementing strategic objectives of the Subway Data Privacy Program though day to day program operations. This role provides tactical support and guidance to drive compliance with data privacy and protection regulations. The Privacy Specialist will contribute to the development and implementation of Subway's Global Privacy and Data Protection framework, support internal stakeholders, and foster a culture of privacy awareness across the organization.

If you feel that this is the role for you, and you are successful with your application, be ready to be Bold, Empowered, Accountable, and ready to have Fun in a fast paced and agile working environment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's privacy policies, procedures and governance model.
• Monitor and interpret privacy laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Work with internal teams to ensure privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles are followed. Advise business units on privacy risks and provide guidance on data handling practices.
• Support training and awareness programs on privacy and data protection topics.
• Assist with incident response and data breach investigations, including documentation and reporting.
• Monitor Privacy in-box and respond to data subject access requests (DSARs) and other individual rights requests in a timely manner.
• Assist in company-wide Data Mapping projects and maintain records of processing activities (RoPA) in accordance with applicable laws.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
• Review vendor contracts and data processing agreements to ensure appropriate privacy and data protection clauses are included.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2-4 years of experience in compliance, legal support, or a related function, ideally in a global organization.
• Data privacy related industry certification preferred - CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, or CIPT.
• Experience with privacy technologies and tools - OneTrust preferred.
• Knowledge of privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other emerging privacy frameworks.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, independently manage tasks, prioritize conflicting demands, work cross-functionally, and meet deadlines.

What do we Offer?

• Insurance Plans (Medical/Life)
• 401K
• Competitive Bonus
• Mobility Allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Holidays
• Volunteering time
• And Many More.....

Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, qualifications, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

The Company is only considering applicants who are currently authorized to work in the country the position is based. AA/EOE/D/V