Data Privacy - Associate

PwC Acceleration Center India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center India in Bengaluru is seeking a Data Privacy Associate to advise clients on privacy laws and data protection. You will contribute to privacy impact assessments, policy development, and data protection measures while working with cross‑functional teams across geographies.

The role emphasizes learning, client engagement, and building your privacy expertise, with exposure to regulatory requirements and practical risk management in PwC's Cyber, Data & Tech Risk practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 1 year of experience.
• Oral and written proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic guidance on privacy laws and data protection regulations to clients
• Assisting in the development and implementation of privacy policies and data protection measures
• Conducting privacy impact assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks
• Collaborating with clients to navigate complex privacy and data protection requirements
• Engaging in legal document review and providing advice on legal matters concerning data privacy
• Participating in the investigation and resolution of data breaches and cybersecurity incidents
• Building commercial awareness and understanding how the business operates within the data risk sector

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands‑on learning, cutting‑edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a Data Privacy - Associate, you will specialize in providing advice and guidance to clients on privacy laws and data protection regulations. You will assist businesses in navigating the complex landscape of privacy and data protection requirements, confirming compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Within our Cyber, Data & Tech Risk practice, you will be a contributing member of a team, adapting to work with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting unique challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow, taking ownership and consistently delivering quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team.

As an Associate, you will focus on learning and contributing to client engagement and projects while developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will be exposed to clients to learn how to build meaningful client connections, manage and inspire others, and grow your personal brand by deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources. In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will assist in developing privacy policies, conducting privacy impact assessments, and implementing data protection measures to safeguard personal information.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic guidance on privacy laws and data protection regulations to clients
• Assisting in the development and implementation of privacy policies and data protection measures
• Conducting privacy impact assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks
• Collaborating with clients to navigate complex privacy and data protection requirements
• Supporting the creation of compliance training programs related to privacy and data protection
• Engaging in legal document review and providing advice on legal matters concerning data privacy
• Participating in the investigation and resolution of data breaches and cybersecurity incidents
• Gathering and analyzing information from various sources to discern patterns and inform decisions
• Upholding professional and technical standards, including the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements
• Building commercial awareness and understanding how the business operates within the data risk sector

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 1 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Analytics, Business Analytics, Computer Applications, Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Computer and Information Science, Data Processing/Analytics/Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Information CyberSecurity, Information Technology, Law, Management Information Systems, Risk Management, Statistics, Systems Engineering
• Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and adaptability in fast‑paced environments
• Applying knowledge of privacy regulations and compliance standards
• Utilizing skills in cybersecurity and data protection for client support
• Developing privacy program strategies and impact assessments
• Engaging in legal document review and regulatory compliance consulting
• Excelling in teamwork and communication within diverse teams