Data Consultant - Governance/Privacy -

Capco; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology consultancy is looking for a Data Privacy Consultant in Riyadh. You will design and implement effective data privacy and protection frameworks for clients. The role requires experience in data privacy and a strong understanding of global regulations. Ideal candidates should have the ability to work with various stakeholders and be fluent in Arabic. This position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive insurance coverage and financial support options.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Expanded maternity and parental leave

End-of-service gratuity

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Financial support options

Access to global learning platform

Qualifications

• Experience in data privacy, data protection, or information governance roles.
• Strong understanding of global privacy regulations and data protection principles.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical, business-ready solutions.
• Experience working with stakeholders across legal, technology, and business functions.
• Clear communication skills, with full Arabic fluency.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on data privacy regulations, policies, and controls.
• Assess data processing activities and support privacy risk assessments.
• Design and implement data privacy frameworks and governance structures.
• Partner with teams to embed privacy-by-design principles.
• Support regulatory readiness, audits, and compliance initiatives.

Skills

Experience in data privacy

Strong understanding of global privacy regulations

Ability to translate regulatory requirements

Experience working with stakeholders

Clear communication skills

Fluency in Arabic

Job description

Please note we are looking to speak to individuals already based in the Riyadh as a first priority.

Capco, a Wipro company, is a global technology and management consultancy specializing in driving digital transformation in the financial services industry. With a growing client portfolio comprising of over 100 global organizations, Capco operates at the intersection of business and technology by combining innovative thinking with unrivalled industry knowledge to deliver end-to-end data-driven solutions and fast-track digital initiatives for banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management, insurance, and the energy sector. Capco’s cutting-edge ingenuity is brought to life through its Innovation Labs and award-winning Be Yourself At Work culture and diverse talent.

Data Privacy Consultant

Location: Riyadh (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Data & Analytics | Type: Permanent

Help organisations protect data, build trust, and meet evolving regulatory expectations.

The Role

As a Data Privacy Consultant at Capco, you’ll work with leading organisations to design, implement, and embed effective data privacy and protection frameworks. You’ll support clients across complex regulatory environments, helping them manage risk, strengthen governance, and enable responsible data use.

What You’ll Do

• Advise clients on data privacy regulations, policies, and controls across data lifecycle activities
• Assess data processing activities and support privacy risk assessments and impact assessments
• Design and implement data privacy frameworks, operating models, and governance structures
• Partner with technology, legal, and business teams to embed privacy-by-design principles
• Support regulatory readiness, audits, and ongoing compliance initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in data privacy, data protection, or information governance roles
• Strong understanding of global privacy regulations and data protection principles
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical, business-ready solutions
• Experience working with stakeholders across legal, technology, and business functions
• Clear communication skills, with full Arabic fluency

Bonus Points For

• Experience delivering privacy initiatives within consulting or advisory environments
• Exposure to privacy tooling, data discovery, or consent management platforms
• Knowledge of privacy considerations in analytics, cloud, or digital transformation programmes
• Relevant certifications (e.g. privacy, risk, or data governance related)

Why Join Capco

• Deliver high-impact data and analytics solutions for leading organisations
• Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
• Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
• Be part of a team shaping the future of responsible data and digital services
• Help clients build trust through ethical and compliant data practices

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

• Hybrid work model for flexibility and balance
• Expanded maternity and parental leave, including surrogacy and adoption support
• End-of-service gratuity to recognise your contributions
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical and life insurance
• Financial support options such as housing rent and emergency salary advances
• Access to a global, integrated learning platform with industry-leading content

Inclusion at Capco

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.