Senior Privacy Consultant

CRANIUM; Brussel; Hybride; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Mobility budget

Access to CRANIUM Academy

Health benefits

Meal vouchers

Résumé du poste

CRANIUM in Brussels is seeking a Senior Privacy Consultant to lead privacy programs and ensure client compliance with data protection laws. You will actively engage in developing privacy strategies, providing guidance, and mentoring junior staff within a dynamic team.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and has 4 – 6 years of experience in data protection, along with strong knowledge of GDPR and Belgian privacy laws.

Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and numerous additional benefits that support work-life balance and personal growth.

Qualifications

• 4 – 6 years of relevant experience in data protection.
• Strong knowledge of Belgian data privacy laws.
• Professional knowledge of French is considered a plus.

Responsabilités

• Develop and oversee comprehensive privacy programs for clients.
• Provide tailored regulatory advice and guidance based on legal developments.
• Create documentation and reports to ensure GDPR compliance.

Connaissances

Knowledge of GDPR

Fluency in Dutch

Fluency in English

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Formation

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Security, Data Science, or Criminology

DPO Certificate

CIPP/E certification (not mandatory)

Outils

ISO 27001 knowledge

ISO 27701 knowledge

Description du poste

About CRANIUM

CRANIUM is market leader in the Benelux specialised in Privacy, Security, and Data Management Consultancy. We combine IT-, legal-, and business knowledge to offer our clients comprehensive end‑to‑end solutions on both strategic and operational levels. Our goal is to help companies use their data in a compliant, secure and organised way.

What a day as a Senior Privacy Consultant looks like

• Develop and oversee comprehensive privacy programs for clients
• Provide expert, customized advice based on decisions of Belgian SA and regulatory updates
• Guide clients in embedding privacy by design/default principles into their processes
• Review and adapt client data processing activities to ensure compliance
• Conduct thorough privacy scans/audits and update roadmaps for continuous improvement
• Draft high‑quality documents tailored for different stakeholders, from management to C‑level
• Act as the lead for data breach incidents and promote awareness
• Identify opportunities to enhance client services and outcomes
• Maintain strong communication with regulatory bodies and represent CRANIUM with professionalism

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain privacy roadmaps and strategies
• Provide tailored regulatory advice and guidance based on legal developments
• Conduct and adapt DPIAs/TIAs as necessary
• Map data flows and establish data governance procedures
• Deliver privacy training and awareness initiatives
• Oversee third‑party vendor assessments and enforce DPA compliance
• Lead incident response management for data breaches and develop response plans
• Create comprehensive documentation and reports, ensuring GDPR accountability
• Collaborate effectively with various stakeholders and departments
• Mentor and support less experienced colleagues
• Manage complex projects and ensure timely delivery

Who you are

• Passionate about digital law and excited about keeping up with emerging trends and technologies
• Creative problem‑solver who thrives on finding innovative solutions
• Sociable, communicative, and a team player
• Eager to learn and develop new skills continuously

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Security, Data Science, or Criminology
• 4 – 6 years of relevant experience in data protection
• DPO Certificate
• Ideally CIPP/E certified (not mandatory)
• Strong knowledge of GDPR, Belgian data privacy laws, and relevant global standards/laws
• Knowledge of ISO 27001, 27701 is highly desirable
• Fluency in Dutch and English required. Professional knowledge of French considered a plus

Why join us?

Join a fun and dynamic team where work‑life balance and flexibility are a priority! We believe in fostering an enjoyable workplace that supports your professional and personal growth and celebrates successes together. Enjoy generous benefits, a comprehensive support system, and a culture that values your well‑being.

What’s in it for you?

• An attractive and competitive salary with a wide range of extra benefits
• Flexible working arrangements, so you can build a successful career and deliver excellent customer service without sacrificing personal priorities
• A mobility budget fully adaptable to your lifestyle and personal needs, or a company car
• Access to our internal CRANIUM Academy, allowing you to hone your people, consulting and topic skills continuously. With your yearly growth budget you can follow any course provided by CRANIUM Campus to achieve necessary certifications fit for your role
• Support in Career Lifecycle: regular check‑ins with your people manager to help you grow and feel confident in your role as consultant
• Stay active & healthy: de‑stress in our office gym or bond with colleagues during a friendly padel match or yoga session. Our health partner Alan also provides many additional health benefits such as easy access to a variety of health experts (psychologists, GPs,…) and the best health insurance on the market today. Your well‑being is our priority
• Ecocheques, meal vouchers, CLA90 bonus, Flex‑Income Plan, group insurance and more