Lead Data Protection & Privacy Advisor

GCS; Ireland; On-site; EUR 55,822 - 68,704; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Senior Data Protection Advisor in Ireland to provide expert data protection and privacy compliance services. The role includes leading advisory projects, ensuring GDPR compliance, and managing client relationships. Ideal candidates have a postgraduate qualification in law and over 5 years of experience in data protection. Excellent communication and advisory skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in data protection, privacy, or compliance roles.
• Experience delivering risk assessments and privacy audits in complex environments.
• Experience in drafting external-facing content like newsletters.

Responsibilities

• Deliver client advisory work, including privacy notices and policy reviews.
• Conduct data protection impact assessments and risk analyses.
• Lead client-facing projects on data governance and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strong experience in a consultancy or advisory setting

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to manage multiple projects independently

Education

Postgraduate qualification (LLM, MSc) in law or information governance

Certification in data protection (e.g. CIPP/E, CIPM)

Job description

A consulting firm is seeking a Senior Data Protection Advisor in Ireland to provide expert data protection and privacy compliance services. The role includes leading advisory projects, ensuring GDPR compliance, and managing client relationships. Ideal candidates have a postgraduate qualification in law and over 5 years of experience in data protection. Excellent communication and advisory skills are essential.