Data Privacy Senior Associate - 12-Month Fixed Term

PwC UK; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Private medical cover

Virtual GP

Job summary

PwC UK is seeking a Data Privacy Senior Associate on a 12-month fixed term basis to ensure data protection obligations are met across the firm. The role involves advising on privacy matters, conducting DPIAs, and guiding engagements through complex regulatory requirements.

You will review technology offerings, assess international data transfers, and work independently with senior specialists to maintain robust privacy standards.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified with proven experience advising on in-house privacy matters.
• Solid understanding of EU and UK data protection legislation (UK GDPR, DPA, PECR).
• Knowledge of ancillary legislation (EU AI Act, UK AI frameworks) and regulatory developments.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, timely, pragmatic privacy advice balancing legal/regulatory requirements with business needs.
• Review new technology offerings for privacy by design and default.
• Conduct data protection impact assessments.
• Determine basis for international data transfers and perform transfer risk assessments.
• Support Team Lead on privacy matters as required.
• Engage with engagement teams to navigate privacy requirements.

Skills

Data privacy

Regulatory compliance

UK GDPR

PECR knowledge

Data protection impact assessments

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

PwC UK is seeking a Data Privacy Senior Associate on a 12-month fixed term basis to ensure data protection obligations are met across the firm. The role involves advising on privacy matters, conducting DPIAs, and guiding engagements through complex regulatory requirements.

You will review technology offerings, assess international data transfers, and work independently with senior specialists to maintain robust privacy standards.