Data Privacy Consultant

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We are seeking experienced and passionate Data Privacy professionals for Consultant and Senior Consultant roles, who have hands-on experience in privacy frameworks implementation. The ideal candidate should be able to drive end-to-end privacy program activities, support privacy compliance efforts, and assist in developing privacy strategies for clients across various industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, implementation, and management of data privacy programs in alignment with applicable regulations such as GDPR, DPDPA, HIPAA, etc.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
• Support the implementation of privacy governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate privacy risks.
• Map data flows, maintain data inventory, and conduct gap analysis for privacy compliance.
• Work with clients to implement privacy-enhancing technologies and tools.
• Provide guidance on best practices for consent management, data subject rights, data retention, and breach management.
• Contribute to client proposals, solutioning, and delivery of privacy engagements.
• Stay updated on privacy regulations, emerging risks, and industry trends.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience in data privacy implementation.
• Strong understanding of privacy laws such as GDPR, DPDPA, CCPA, etc.
• Experience with privacy frameworks and tools (OneTrust, TrustArc, etc.) is preferred.
• Exposure to security and privacy certifications like CIPP/E, CIPM, ISO 27701, etc., is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Law, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, DSCI Certified Privacy Professional) are a plus.
• Experience working with IT, legal, compliance, and risk teams.