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About usKnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America - Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.

Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.

About the role

We are seeking a Privacy Tools & Automation Analyst to help mature and automate our U.S.-focused privacy program. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of privacy, technology, and operational excellence. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to implement scalable privacy solutions, support compliance initiatives, and enhance our use of platforms like OneTrust.

The impact you can have

• Design and implement automated Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) workflows across our brands.

• Monitor and optimize DSAR performance metrics, ensuring timely and compliant responses.

• Integrate DSAR processes with internal systems and third-party platforms.

• Implement and maintain mobile app consent frameworks in compliance with U.S. privacy laws.

• Conduct cookie audits across brand websites and ensure banners meet regulatory requirements.

• Improve cookie consent UX and maintain defensible documentation for legal and regulatory inquiries.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to embed privacy-by-design into product development lifecycles.

• Conduct technical privacy assessments for new features, systems, and third-party integrations.

• Analyze and document data flows, including API call mapping and system-to-system data transfers.

• Automate privacy compliance tasks and integrate them into operational tooling (e.g., OT, Jira, Ivanti).

• Build and maintain systems for automated evidence collection to support audits and litigation readiness.

• Track and report on compliance Key Performance Indicators (KPI)s across all brands.

• Conduct privacy reviews of third-party vendors and SaaS platforms used across the organization.

• Maintain and update vendor risk assessments and data processing inventories.

• Support data mapping initiatives across all brands to identify personal data flows and processing activities.

• Assist with privacy impact assessment (PIA) preparation by gathering technical inputs and system documentation.

• Partner with IT, legal, marketing, and product teams to embed privacy requirements into business processes and technology solutions.

You'll bring to the role

• 3+ years of experience in privacy operations, privacy technology, data governance, compliance, or a related technical field

• Experience building integrations, APIs, and automation solutions

• Proficiency with PowerShell and other scripting languages

• Working knowledge of SQL, relational databases, and data modeling concepts

• Experience with automation and testing tools such as Python, PowerShell, and Postman

• Experience with privacy technology platforms (e.g., OneTrust), including APIs, workflows, and automation

• Knowledge of U.S. privacy laws, including CCPA, CPRA, and other state privacy requirements

• Familiarity with cookie consent management, web and mobile privacy compliance, and tracking technologies

• Ability to translate legal and compliance requirements into practical technical solutions

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand's discount policies.

• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.

• A culture of giving back - local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.*

• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K).*

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Time off - paid time off & holidays.*

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

• Remote: This position works remotely. Occasional travel to a company office may be required.

Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.

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Location:Ascena Corp ETNA-ascena-Pataskala, OH 43062Position Type:Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company's business.The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant's request for reasonable accommodation.