About the job PDPL MANAGER - BANKING - NDMO, SAMA
Role Summary
The PDPL Manager will lead the banks Data Privacy and PDPL compliance initiatives in alignment with NDMO, SAMA, and internal governance requirements. This role will oversee privacy program development, policy enforcement, operational readiness, and risk mitigation efforts across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead enterprise-wide PDPL and NDMO compliance programs, ensuring alignment with applicable banking regulations.
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Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of data protection policies, standards, and procedures.
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Act as the primary point of contact for PDPL matters, regulatory engagements, and internal stakeholders.
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Guide and review the creation of Records of Processing Activities (ROPAs).
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Conduct privacy impact assessments, risk assessments, and compliance audits.
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Coordinate with technology, legal, risk, cybersecurity, and business teams to ensure integrated compliance.
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Deliver training, awareness, and change-management initiatives related to data privacy.
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Support governance reporting, dashboards, and KPIs related to data protection performance.
Required Qualifications and Experience
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10+ years of experience in data privacy, regulatory compliance, or information governance.
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Extensive banking industry experience is mandatory.
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Proven knowledge of NDMO, PDPL, and SAMA data protection requirements.
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Certifications: PMP or Prince2 (mandatory); additional privacy certifications such as CIPP or CIPM are preferred.
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Demonstrated hands-on experience with data protection laws, frameworks, and operational rollouts.
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Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills