AVP, Privacy Risk & Governance

Pacific Life

. Lead the strategy, administration, and ongoing enhancement of Pacific Life’s Global Privacy Program .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in leading privacy and compliance programs, with a strong focus on regulatory requirements such as CCPA, HIPAA, GLBA, and GDPR. Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams while developing strategic, business-focused compliance solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Privacy Program ManagementRegulatory Compliance ExpertisePeople LeadershipRisk Assessment and MitigationStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Privacy and Data Protection ProgramsRegulatory Requirements AssessmentCompliance Solutions DevelopmentPrivacy Risk ManagementData GovernanceCybersecurityAI Governance

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationStrategic ThinkingSound JudgmentTeam DevelopmentAccountability Fostering

Certifications & Qualifications

Privacy CertificationsData Governance CertificationsCybersecurity CertificationsAI Governance Certifications

Industry Keywords

Life InsuranceFinancial ServicesHealthcareRegulated IndustriesGlobal Privacy Program

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategy, administration, and ongoing enhancement of Pacific Life’s Global Privacy Program
Support the Chief Compliance, Privacy, and Ethics Officer in executing priorities and deliverables
Monitor global regulatory developments and translate privacy, AI, and information governance requirements into business strategies and compliance initiatives
Direct enterprise privacy risk assessments and partner with stakeholders to identify, prioritize, and mitigate privacy-related risks
Collaborate with Senior Privacy Counsel to oversee privacy incidents through resolution
Partner with Risk Management, Information Security, Third-Party Risk Management, Operational Risk & Resilience, and business leaders
Strengthen and scale privacy, AI governance, and records management capabilities
Identify emerging risks and implement sustainable, repeatable processes
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of privacy professionals
Establish clear expectations, foster accountability, and support professional growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of experience in privacy, compliance, legal, risk management, or a related field
Demonstrated expertise in privacy and data protection programs
10+ years of people leadership experience
Relevant professional certifications in privacy, data governance, cybersecurity, or AI governance are preferred
Experience supporting privacy compliance programs within life insurance, financial services, healthcare, or similarly regulated industries is strongly preferred
Strong working knowledge of CCPA, HIPAA, GLBA, GDPR, and other applicable global requirements
Ability to assess complex regulatory requirements, identify risk, and develop practical, business-focused compliance solutions
Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills
Demonstrated strategic thinking, sound judgment, and ability to lead through ambiguity while balancing competing priorities and business needs
Bachelor’s degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Wellbeing Reimbursement Account for employees or eligible dependents
Paid Time Off
Holiday Schedules
Financial Planning Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Program
401k savings plan with company match
Additional 401k contribution regardless of participation
Hybrid work model
Comprehensive relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Additional incentive pay eligibility