Data Privacy and Ethics Manager

As a Data Privacy Manager at KPMG in India, you will be responsible for ensuring that clients" data handling practices comply with global privacy laws and regulations. Your role will involve developing and implementing data privacy strategies, conducting privacy assessments, and managing data protection initiatives across various industries. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and Implement Privacy Policies: Design and enforce comprehensive data privacy policies and procedures to ensure compliance with DPDPA, GDPR, CCPA, and other international regulations. - Client Advisory: Provide expert advice to clients on data privacy matters, including policy development, risk assessments, and compliance strategies. - Conduct Privacy Assessments: Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and privacy audits for clients to identify and mitigate risks. - Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver privacy training programs for clients and internal teams to promote awareness and compliance. - Incident Response: Oversee and manage responses to data breaches and privacy incidents, including notification and remediation efforts. - Compliance Monitoring: Implement and oversee compliance monitoring, auditing, and remediation activities for clients. - Stakeholder Communication: Prepare and deliver communications in response to privacy-related events or inquiries from clients, regulatory bodies, or the media. - Data Mapping and Classification: Guide clients through data mapping and classification exercises to ensure proper data handling and protection. - Collaboration: Work closely with IT, Legal, and other departments within the firm and with clients to ensure integrated data privacy practices. Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Law, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred. - Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in data privacy, data protection, or a related field, with at least 1 year in a managerial role. Experience in a consulting environment is highly desirable. - Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are highly desirable. - Skills required include an in-depth understanding of global data privacy laws and regulations, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, proficiency in privacy management software and tools, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.,