Legal & Compliance - Data Compliance & Risk, Svp

Blackstone

Base: $225,000 - $275,000; bonus/equity: discretio...
Not specified (assumed to be hybrid based on the management-level nature of the role).
10+ years experience in compliance or risk management
Expertise in gdpr ccpa dora sec cyber rules eu ai act
Experience building governance frameworks in matrixed environments
Blackstone is seeking an experienced Senior Vice President of Data Compliance and Risk to lead compliance initiatives across privacy, cybersecurity, and AI within their Legal & Compliance group. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in compliance or risk management and will be responsible for developing and managing compliance programs while leading a globally distributed team

Job Summary

  • Blackstone seeks an experienced SVP to lead a globally distributed team in designing and enhancing oversight programs across Privacy, Cybersecurity, AI, and Records.
  • The role requires owning the full compliance lifecycle including policy development, governance charters, training initiatives, and monitoring plans to ensure regulatory adherence.
  • Candidates must demonstrate expertise in complex regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA, DORA, and the EU AI Act within a highly regulated financial services environment.

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Blackstone is seeking an experienced Senior Vice President of Data Compliance and Risk to lead compliance initiatives across privacy, cybersecurity, and AI within their Legal & Compliance group. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in compliance or risk management and will be responsible for developing and managing compliance programs while leading a globally distributed team.

Salary

Base: $225,000 - $275,000; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary bonuses and equity eligible; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, 401(k)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years experience in compliance or risk management
  • Expertise in GDPR CCPA DORA SEC Cyber Rules EU AI Act
  • Experience building governance frameworks in matrixed environments
  • Proven track record managing geographically distributed teams
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with GRC platforms
  • Familiarity with privacy AI governance platform implementation
  • CIPP CISM or similar certifications
  • Background in financial services healthcare or technology sectors
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and influence without authority

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or governance
  • Deep understanding of GDPR, CCPA, DORA, SEC Cyber Rules, and EU AI Act
  • Experience working in second line of defense functions
  • Certifications like CIPP, CISM, or similar preferred
  • Experience managing geographically distributed teams

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