Data privacy program lead

Job Purpose

To support the implementation and monitoring of our data privacy and protection frameworks. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with data privacy regulations (such as DPDPA, SDPI rules) and demonstrate strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Functional Responsibilities

• Design and enforcement of data privacy policies and procedures in alignment with DPDPA and other applicable regulations.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIA) and data protection impact assessments (DPIA) for new projects, products, and third-party vendors.
• Maintain and update data processing records and consent management systems.
• Coordinate with IT and business teams to ensure privacy by design and default principles are followed.
• Monitor compliance with data subject rights requests (access, correction, erasure, etc.).
• Provide privacy training and awareness sessions to staff.
• Assist with vendor and third-party privacy risk assessments and contractual reviews.
• Track regulatory updates and support ongoing improvement of the privacy program.
• Prepare privacy compliance reports and metrics for management review.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

Graduate / Postgraduate

Experience

10 years of hands-on experience in implementation of data privacy and protection frameworks, legal compliance, information security, or audit.

Functional Competencies

Good understanding of Indian data privacy laws (DPDPA) and awareness of international standards (GDPR, etc.).

Working knowledge of privacy impact assessments, data mapping, Records of processing activities and record-keeping requirements

Analytical mindset with excellent written and verbal communication skills

experience with privacymanagement tools is a plus.

Professional certifications such as CIPP / IT, CIPM, or DPDPA Foundation are an added advantage.

Behavioral Competencies

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Ability to understand the business processes of NBFC

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

High ethical standards and respect for confidentiality