Senior Project Manager - Data Governance & Compliance; -Contrac

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Senior Project Manager - Data Governance & Compliance (Fixed-Term-Contract) (6013)

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Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world’s first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you at on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Senior Project Manager to join our Compliance team and play a critical role in designing, implementing, and monitoring Eutelsat’s Group-wide data governance framework for regulated and sensitive data, including export-controlled and sovereignty-constrained data.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a strategic, cross‑functional transformation program at Group level.

The Senior Project Manager – Data Governance & Compliance will lead the end-to-end delivery of a Group-wide program aimed at establishing a robust, auditable, and regulatory-compliant data governance framework, covering sensitive, export-controlled, personal, and classified data.

The role operates across Compliance, Security, IT, Legal, HR, and Business functions, ensuring alignment with LOA‑defined scope, regulatory obligations (e.g. GDPR, export control), and Group priorities.

The Senior Project Manager will report directly to the Chief Compliance Officer and is accountable for program delivery, cross‑functional coordination, and performance management.

This role requires strong leadership, autonomy, and the ability to operate effectively in a high‑visibility, cross‑functional environment.

Senior Project Manager, Transformation Lead, or Consultant with at least 10+ years of experience in supporting and managing data governance, data management, or compliance transformation programs (ideally telecom compliance, US regulatory frameworks, or export control environments).

As part of the Compliance Team, you will support the Group in its compliance with Data Security obligations (including US, UK, French, and other applicable regulatory frameworks).

You will be actively involved in the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of Data Security compliance processes including access control, eligibility, and data handling rules for regulated and sensitive data within a dedicated international and multidisciplinary team.

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of the Group data governance and compliance program
• Define and manage the project roadmap, milestones, and deliverables
• Ensure alignment with all legal and regulatory requirements (LOA, GDPR, export control, etc.)
• Ensure implementation of key compliance controls, including data classification, access eligibility (citizenship, clearance, need-to-know), approved systems and application controls, data hosting and sovereignty constraints, and validation workflows for data use and access
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (Compliance, Security, IT, Legal, HR, Business)
• Structure and run program governance and Steering Committee
• Oversee and align all work streams (data classification, privacy, access control and eligibility, security, IT/hosting, and third‑party compliance)
• Monitor progress through KPIs, dashboard, and risk tracking
• Identify risks and drive mitigation and remediation actions
• Ensure audit readiness and documentation (traceability, evidence, controls)
• Drive implementation and adoption across entities and geographies
• Ensure implementation and maintenance of key data governance processes, including data flow mapping, documented use cases for data use and sharing, impact assessments, formal registers (processing, sharing), and change control mechanisms for data and storage locations
• Sensitive and controlled data definition and regulatory mapping
• Data inventory, classification, and eligibility framework (including access and usage rules)
• Group governance, policies, and procedures
• Implementation…