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• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women.
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Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Data Governance and Compliance 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 Data Governance and Compliance Manager 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 Data Governance and Compliance 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.

Who You Are:

Data Governance and Compliance Manager,, Transformation Lead, or Consultant with 5 to 8 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).

What You'll Do:

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.

Key responsibilities

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 workstreams (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

Key Deliverables

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 roadmap and execution plan

Dashboard and KPI framework

Audit-ready documentation and evidence model

Change management and control framework for data use and storage (including ticketing and approval workflows)

Required Experience

Excellent level of English.

5 to 8 years of experience in complex, cross-functional program management

Proven track record in data governance, compliance, cybersecurity, or regulatory programs

Experience in highly regulated environments (e.g. telecom, defense, aerospace)

Strong exposure to international regulations (GDPR, export control, data sovereignty)

Ability to quickly operate within complex regulatory and organizational environments

Ability to act and interact in a multidisciplinary environment involving compliance, information technology, human resources, security and procurement.

Ability to transpose legal compliance requirements into a technical and operational environment such as human resources, IT, procurement, etc.

Experience in a Project Management would be an asset."

Core Competencies

Strong program / project leadership and execution capability

Ability to operate at C-level and influence senior stakeholders

Excellent structuring and problem-solving skills

Strong understanding of data, IT systems, and security concepts

Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments and conflicts

Personal Attributes

High level of credibility and authority

Pragmatic and results-oriented mindset

Strong communication and leadership skills

Ability to balance compliance requirements with business constraints

Critical Success Factors

Ability to drive alignment across Compliance, Security, and IT

Capability to translate regulations into operational controls

Strong focus on execution and delivery (not just design)

Establishing clear accountability across workstreams and entities

Where you will work:

Issy les Moulineaux, France.

Eutelsat treats the protection of personal data submitted to it seriously. By submitting this application, you agree to the collection and retention of your personal data by Eutelsat and acknowledge notice of, and understand the terms of Eutelsat's Privacy Policy (as amended from time to time).

This role is a Eutelsat job opening; all of our open roles are posted on the current OneWeb and Eutelsat websites. Please note that when you are applying, your application may be seen by both teams.

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