RMS - US Data Protection Senior Associate (PIA) - EY GDS

EY; Municipio de Esquel; On-site; ARS 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) in Buenos Aires is seeking a Senior Associate to lead compliance initiatives, manage privacy assessments, and oversee governance of PIA, RoPA, and data protection vendor due diligence. The role involves coordinating with the US Data Protection team, drafting privacy notices, reviewing PIA responses, and preparing metrics and dashboards for leadership.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in data risk/privacy, fluent English, and experience with cross-functional

Qualifications

• Fluent English (C1 or higher).
• 3–5 years of experience in Data Risk, Data Governance, Data Protection, Privacy, Compliance, Information Security, or related areas.
• Experience supporting governance, compliance, risk management, or data protection activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance initiatives for data protection programs (PIA, RoPA, DP Vendor Due Diligence).
• Ensure governance and documentation of data processing activities across teams; draft Privacy notices and PIA documents.
• Review PIA responses for completeness and accuracy; escalate issues when needed.
• Collaborate with system owners and project teams to align privacy initiatives with business objectives.
• Prepare metrics, dashboards, and periodic reports on PIA volume and RoPA updates.

Skills

English fluency

Privacy governance

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Career Family Risk Management Services
Role Type US Data Protection (PIA, RoPA, VDD)
Role Rank 65
Current Rank: -
Location Buenos Aires

The opportunity

This role requires regular interaction with the US Data Protection team on a day-to-day basis to understand business requirements and deliver data protection solutions. The Senior Associate will lead compliance initiatives, manage privacy assessments, and ensure robust governance of Records of Processing Activities (ROPA), Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA), and Data Protection Vendor Due Diligence.

Your key responsibilities

• Expertise in Data Protection Regulations. Stay ahead of regulatory changes and advise on strategic compliance improvements. Knowledge of US and global privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, PDPL, DPDPA).
• Timely delivery of quality work and achieving objectives set based on the determined process methodology, which includes PIA assessments, Vendor Due Diligence, and ROPA related activities.
• Oversee accurate and up-to-date documentation of data processing activities across teams, including collecting, validating, and updating processing activity records and ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws; draft Privacy notices and other related PIA documentation.
• Review PIA responses for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with privacy requirements.
• Efficient handling of communications and timely response to or escalation of inquiries.
• Collaborate with system owners and project teams to align privacy initiatives with organizational objectives, gather missing information, follow up on action items, and track open tasks through completion.
• Collaborate on process gaps and lead initiatives for automation and process improvements; assist with preparation of metrics, dashboards, and periodic reports for leadership on PIA volume, processing timelines, and ROPA updates.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and assess privacy implications.
• Proactively plan and prioritize daily tasks and keep the team informed of the status.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving capabilities, with a focus on risk assessment and mitigation.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex information, identify issues, and recommend next steps.
• Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) for stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with compliance and privacy assessment.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Quality focus and attention to details, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing processes and tools.
• Collaborative mindset and leadership qualities.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Fluent English (C1 or above).
• 3–5 years of experience in Data Risk, Data Governance, Data Protection, Privacy, Compliance, Information Security, Technology Risk, Data Stewardship, or related areas.
• Experience supporting implementation of governance, compliance, risk management, or data protection activities.
• Experience working with stakeholders across different business, risk, and technology functions.
• Ability to coordinate activities, manage deliverables, and drive assigned responsibilities with limited supervision.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience working in a global or matrix organization.
• Familiarity with data governance, privacy, information security, or regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Experience supporting process improvement, change management, or transformation initiatives.
• Exposure to client-facing or stakeholder-facing environments.
• IAPP certification (CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM) or similar qualifications.

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland, and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies, and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well‑known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever‑expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.