Manager - Data Privacy

Roles and Responsibilities :

Advise management / DPDP office on data management and governance, including transfers, retention and destruction

Implementation Data Protection Policy and Framework

Governance of data collection and processing to ensure policy compliance

Inform data controllers, processors and principals of their obligations and rights in accordance with the law

Create and deliver data protection trainings to employees

Maintain regulatory oversight for compliance to data privacy laws

Conduct Data Privacy Impact Assessment and audits

Provide support to embed 'Privacy by Design' in systems and processes

Act as primary contact for data principals and data regulators for all matters related to data privacy and protection

Collaborate with ISG, IT, legal, compliance, and other relevant teams while working on data breach to ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., DPDPA, GDPR, CCPA).

Support Risk team on Data Privacy Policies, Framework and Procedures

Stay current with emerging threats, trends, and technologies in data protection and DLP, providing strategic recommendations as required

Essential Attributes :

Minimum GPA of 4 or 70 % or a Law graduate from top law schools in India

In depth understanding of data protection legislations and awareness of changing laws.

Preference given to privacy experts who have worked on existing privacy laws like GDPR / CCPA / PDPA and HIPAA, etc

Ability to identify and handle sensitive information with utmost care and maturity

Strong analytical skills and approach to data processing

Sound IT skills and understanding of firm's IT infrastructure

Strong communication and influencing skills

Ability to deal with pressure situations and senior stakeholders

Methodical, structured and governance focused approach

Excellent documentation as well as presentation skills

Superior hands-on experience on MS PowerPoint

Strong work ethics and attention to detail

Desirable Skills :

DSCI DPO / CPLA certification or similar certification

Understanding databases and how data is stored

Industry / Indian ministry connections w.r.t. privacy laws