Privacy & Compliance Officer

Join to apply for the Privacy & Compliance Officer role at Megaport Reporting to the Head of Privacy & Regulatory Affairs, you’ll be a key player in Megaport’s global privacy and compliance efforts - helping to design, implement, and maintain frameworks that keep us ahead of evolving privacy and regulatory requirements. This is a mid-level role with real ownership: you’ll collaborate across diverse teams to turn complex privacy and compliance challenges into clear, actionable outcomes that keep Megaport doing business the right way, everywhere we operate. About Megaport Megaport rewired how IT connects. As a pioneer of Network as a Service (NaaS), we help companies tap into the cloud—fast. We’re an ASX-listed scale‑up, trusted by Amazon, Microsoft, Google, IBM, Oracle, NYSE, and other tech giants. With 250+ talented teammates spread across North America, Europe, and APAC (HQ in Brisbane), we stay lean, move quickly, and keep things fun. Customer‑first always Integrity > everything Small teams, huge outcomes We celebrate curiosity, collaboration, and a can‑do attitude What You’ll Be Owning Implement and maintain the global privacy compliance program to ensure compliance with global data protection laws (including GDPR, CCPA, and other key frameworks) Support ongoing readiness for SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other compliance certifications in collaboration with the Security team Monitor and interpret new and emerging data‑related regulations and industry best practices (e.g. EU Data Act, EU AI Act), ensuring policies and processes remain aligned and providing proactive recommendations to the Head of Privacy Conduct privacy audits and readiness reviews for new markets and business initiatives Conduct risk and privacy impact assessments to embed privacy‑by‑design into our products, systems, and processes Develop and deliver privacy awareness and training initiatives across the organisation Respond to data subject requests and manage privacy incidents, including breach assessment and reporting Collaborate with Legal, Security, and Compliance teams to ensure a unified approach to data governance and risk management What You Bring 3+ years’ experience in privacy and compliance—ideally within the tech, telecommunications, or cloud sectors In‑depth knowledge of global privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, PDPA, etc.) Proven experience supporting privacy or compliance programs in a multinational organisation Experience with SOC 2, ISO 27001, or other audit/compliance certifications Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and advise at multiple levels Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across global teams Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills IAPP certification (e.g. CIPP/E) or equivalent privacy/compliance training preferred Why You’ll Love It Here Flexible working environment – a remote‑first culture with coworking options available Generous leave plans – including parental leave, birthday leave, and a purchased annual leave programme Health and wellness programme, through a wellness allowance and employee wellbeing initiatives Comprehensive learning support – generous study and training allowance plus paid study leave Creative, modern workspaces – designed to inspire when you’re not working remotely, plus access to coworking spaces via our global WeWork membership if you work remotely, but like to get out of the house sometimes Motivated, inclusive team – work alongside industry experts and fresh talent Recognition programmes – celebrate achievements with our Legend and Kudos award If you have any questions, please reach out to Megaport’s Talent Acquisition Team at NOTE: All Megaport business correspondence is conducted via our business email accounts (@megaport.com). If you have any concerns, please reach out to Megaport’s careers team directly and we will verify the legitimacy of any communication. Megaport will not ask you to create an account via Microsoft teams, and does not associate with any email accounts under "@megaportau.com". All applications will be treated in confidence. Please see Part 2 of our Privacy Policy to see what information Megaport collects from job applicants, why, and how we store and use it. Note that you’re entitled to know what personal data of yours Megaport holds, to request updates, rectification, and in some circumstances restriction or deletion thereof if you object (you being entitled to withdraw your consent to our holding your information at any time). Please see Part 5 of our Privacy Policy for more details on this and how to contact Megaport's data protection officer if you have any further privacy‑related questions. Candidates who meet the selection criteria will be invited to attend an interview. Strictly no Recruitment Agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr