TJX Companies

At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer. 

Job Description:

The Opportunity: Contribute To The Growth Of Your Career. 

The Manager of AI Governance is responsible for leading the execution of TJX’s global AI, privacy, and data protection compliance functions. This newly created position sits in our Data Privacy and Protection function and is responsible for identifying and mitigating risks associated with AI, privacy, information management and other regulatory requirements to ensure the company’s operations are secure and compliant. This position supports efforts around legal and compliance issues on a global scale with a focus on global AI and privacy laws such as the EU AI Act, Colorado AI Act, GDPR, and CCPA. The Manager of AI Governance leads the effort to monitor, research, and communicate AI, privacy, and information management regulatory standards and procedures, both internally and externally, to ensure the global organization remains aligned with government and sector regulations and handles risk accordingly. This is a hybrid position requiring 2 days a week on site in our Marlborough, MA offices.

Who We Are Looking For: You

Leads efforts to align with all relevant global AI, privacy and data protection laws in assigned jurisdictions while supporting all TJX business operations across the globe (including North America, Europe, APAC, and the Middle East).Leads the due-diligence and risk management efforts regarding the use of AI throughout the organization.Stays abreast of global AI and privacy developments and best practices and adjusts strategies and program designs accordingly.Partners with TJX’s various global IT functions to evaluate and help implement privacy by design principles in all new technologies including those AI systems processing personal data.Responsible for the design structure and execution of various AI and privacy related documentation such as Records of Processing Activities, Impact Assessments, and Legitimate Interest Assessments.Leads all work related to regulatory response and negotiation with European Works Councils on all AI and data protection related topics.Keeps abreast of developments in emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Biometrics, and Facial Recognition and advises on the impact and risks associated with them.Maintains focus on continuous process improvement regarding all aspects of AI, privacy, and data protection programs including developing the breadth of AI and privacy experience and talent within the function.

What You Will Do:

5-7+ years of privacy, compliance, or risk management experienceBachelor’s Degree required, law degree a plusCertification related to AI or Privacy and Data Protection (e.g., International Association of Privacy Professionals certifications) a plusExperience handling AI, privacy, and/or data protection requirements for a diverse array of data, ideally with a broad global reach requiring proven International experienceFamiliarity with risk management frameworks or standards such as NIST AI RMF, ISO, etc. a plusFamiliarity with AI concepts such as machine learning, Generative AI, and other AI capabilities preferredExcellent judgement, leadership, interpersonal, communication, organization, prioritization, technical, process-improvement, influencing, management and development skillsMust be proficient in Microsoft Office and other Microsoft platform technologies (e.g., SharePoint)Significant experience working with global IT functions like Data Security and ArchitectureExperience drafting internal policies and proceduresExperience instilling a culture of continuous improvement

Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Address:

300 Value Way

Location:

USA Home Office Marlborough MA 300 Value Way

This position has a starting salary range of $113,600.00 to $147,700.00 per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive as well as long-term incentives.