Data Privacy & Governance Consultant

Persistent; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health check-ups

Training & certifications

Diversity & inclusion initiatives

Job summary

Persistent in Mumbai is seeking a Data Privacy & Governance Consultant to help clients implement privacy technologies and govern data according to GDPR, CCPA, and global frameworks. The role focuses on privacy management platforms (OneTrust, Securiti.ai, TrustArc, BigID), DPIA, RoPA, DSAR workflows, vendor risk, and AI governance, with collaboration across legal, security, and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of hands-on privacy experience and will thrive in a client-facing,

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in Data Privacy, Digital Trust, Compliance, Data Governance, or GRC domains.
• Hands-on experience with privacy management platforms such as OneTrust, Securiti.ai, TrustArc, BigID.

Responsibilities

• Conduct privacy, compliance, and AI governance assessments aligned with GDPR, DPDPA, CCPA, and emerging frameworks.
• Support implementation, configuration, and administration of privacy management platforms including OneTrust, Securiti.ai, TrustArc, and BigID.
• Perform data discovery, classification, inventory management, and data mapping activities.
• Maintain RoPA and support privacy documentation initiatives.
• Manage consent management, cookie compliance, and user preference management processes.
• Support DSAR workflows and privacy rights management activities.
• Conduct DPIAs, Privacy Impact Assessments, and AI Impact Assessments.
• Support PbD reviews across applications, cloud environments, and business processes.
• Execute vendor risk assessments and third-party privacy reviews.
• Identify privacy and compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Assist in developing privacy policies, governance standards, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
• Collaborate with legal, security, risk, engineering, and business teams to establish governance controls.
• Support AI governance initiatives related to Responsible AI, model governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, compliance documentation, and audit artifacts.
• Participate in client workshops, assessments, training sessions, and governance reviews.

Skills

Data privacy

Digital trust

Compliance

Data governance

GRC

DSAR workflows

DPIA

PbD

AI governance

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

OneTrust

Securiti.ai

TrustArc

BigID

Job description

About Position:

We are looking for a Digital Trust Consultant to support organizations in building and strengthening privacy, compliance, governance, and AI governance programs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with privacy management platforms such as OneTrust, Securiti.ai, TrustArc, and BigID, along with a strong understanding of global privacy regulations and governance frameworks. In this role, you will help clients implement privacy technologies, conduct compliance assessments, manage privacy operations, support data governance initiatives, and establish controls that align with regulatory and business requirements. You will collaborate with legal, security, risk, engineering, and business stakeholders to deliver effective Digital Trust solutions.

• Role: Data Privacy & Governance Consultant
• Location: Mumbai
• Experience: 2 to 5 Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Conduct privacy, compliance, and AI governance assessments aligned with regulations such as GDPR, DPDPA, CCPA, and emerging global privacy frameworks.
• Support implementation, configuration, and administration of privacy management platforms including OneTrust, Securiti.ai, TrustArc, and BigID.
• Perform data discovery, classification, inventory management, and data mapping activities.
• Maintain Records of Processing Activities (RoPA) and support privacy documentation initiatives.
• Manage consent management, cookie compliance, and user preference management processes.
• Support Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) workflows and privacy rights management activities.
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA), Privacy Impact Assessments, and AI Impact Assessments.
• Support Privacy by Design (PbD) reviews across applications, cloud environments, and business processes.
• Execute vendor risk assessments and third-party privacy reviews.
• Identify privacy and compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Assist in developing privacy policies, governance standards, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
• Collaborate with legal, security, risk, engineering, and business teams to establish governance controls.
• Support AI governance initiatives related to Responsible AI, model governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, compliance documentation, and audit artifacts.
• Participate in client workshops, assessments, training sessions, and governance reviews.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 2-5 years of experience in Data Privacy, Digital Trust, Compliance, Data Governance, or GRC domains.
• Hands-on experience with OneTrust, Securiti.ai, TrustArc, BigID, or similar privacy management platforms.
• Strong understanding of data privacy regulations including GDPR, DPDPA, CCPA, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Experience conducting privacy assessments and compliance reviews.
• Knowledge of data discovery, data classification, data inventory, and data governance programs.
• Experience managing consent management and privacy operations processes.
• Hands-on experience with DSAR workflows and Records of Processing Activities (RoPA).
• Understanding of Privacy by Design principles and privacy risk management practices.
• Experience performing DPIAs and other privacy impact assessments.
• Knowledge of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) principles and compliance monitoring.
• Understanding of vendor risk management and third-party assessments.
• Familiarity with Responsible AI, AI Governance, model risk management, and AI compliance requirements.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into business and technology controls.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and client teams.
• Strong documentation, presentation, and reporting skills.
• High attention to detail, professionalism, and integrity.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."