Data Privacy Advisor

Compliance Framework & Governance

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance and data protection policies.
• Monitor changes in data protection and privacy laws, updating internal procedures where necessary.
• Ensure alignment with applicable regulations including GDPR and security compliance standards.
• Support the implementation of data protection strategies and internal controls.

Audit, Investigations & Risk

• Conduct internal audits and compliance assessments to identify risks or gaps.
• Investigate compliance breaches, incidents, and non-conformities.
• Recommend remediation and ensure corrective action plans are implemented.
• Maintain documentation and records relating to data protection compliance.
  

Advisory Support & Culture

• Provide guidance, interpretation and advisory support on compliance, privacy and data protection obligations.
• Support departments with data handling, processing requirements and risk assessments.
• Promote a culture of ethical behaviour, data privacy responsibility, and regulatory awareness.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare compliance reports for leadership, governance committees, and regulators.
• Maintain registers of incidents, DPIAs, and governance reports.
• Create presentations and summaries on policy, audit findings, and regulatory updates.
  

Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver compliance and data protection training programmes.
• Educate staff on legal obligations, privacy risks and safe data handling.
• Support awareness initiatives and learning materials.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in IT, Business Administration, Law, or Compliance.
• Minimum 4 years experience in compliance, data protection, legal or regulatory roles.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and international privacy regulatory frameworks.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with business and technical stakeholders.

Desirable

• Experience within the IT or technology industry.
• Experience working with security, audit, governance or risk functions.
• CCP or similar compliance certification.