At PwC, our people in legal services offer comprehensive legal solutions and advice to internal stakeholders and clients, maintaining compliance with regulations and minimising legal risks. These individuals provide strategic guidance and support across various industries. In privacy law and data protection at PwC, you will specialise in providing advice and guidance to clients on privacy laws and data protection regulations. You will help businesses navigate the complex landscape of privacy and data protection requirements, confirming compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Working in this area, you will assist in developing privacy policies, conducting privacy impact assessments, and implementing data protection measures to safeguard personal information. Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same. This role offers the opportunity to work with high volume data protection and compliance strategies, supporting the firm's strategic goals.

Eligibility / Qualification Required:

Education & Professional Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related discipline is required.
• Advanced certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPP/C, CIPM, CIPT, CISSP, or ISO 27001 are strongly preferred.
• A Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or related fields is considered an asset.

Work Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in data protection, compliance, operational risk management, or related fields, including 3+ years in a managerial role.
• Familiarity with privacy risk assessments, regulatory reporting standards, and control frameworks within Managed Services delivery models.
• Experience leveraging automation and monitoring tools to oversee compliance efforts and identify risk trends.
• Experience in compliance monitoring, regulatory oversight, or delivery assurance functions is strongly preferred, given the role’s focus on advising, escalating, and ensuring adherence to internal and client requirements.

Technical Skills & Specialized Knowledge:

• Advanced ability to design and validate controls for risk management using industry best practices and metrics-based performance tracking.
• Strong research and problem-solving skills, with a continuous improvement mindset to solve evolving challenges in compliance and privacy operations.
• Technical understanding of cybersecurity practices, including secure connectivity models, identity management, encryption, and access controls.
• Moderate familiarity with AI-driven tools and automation processes, such as Microsoft Copilot or similar solutions, used for privacy and compliance monitoring.

Communication/Interpersonal Skills:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with stakeholders, including senior leadership and global compliance teams.
• Proven ability to influence and negotiate across teams, ensuring alignment on privacy initiatives and compliance strategies.

Customer/Client Service:

This role emphasizes an attitude of service excellence. The Manager will engage with internal and external stakeholders to:

• Anticipate client needs and proactively address challenges through innovative compliance solutions.
• Provide long-term risk mitigation and clear action plans aligned to Managed Services objectives.
• Act as a trusted advisor, guiding client teams on best practices in safeguarding sensitive data.

Leadership & Coaching:

As the team lead for Managed Services privacy governance, this role includes:

• Acting as a subject matter expert to support decision-making across global teams.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to team members, ensuring development in compliance risk mitigation.
• Championing alignment between compliance expectations and day-today operations.

General Conditions:

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