Data Protection Lead

Prodapt Solutions Private Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Prodapt Solutions Private Limited is seeking an experienced Data Protection Officer (GDPR) to lead the organization's privacy program. You will drive compliance initiatives, perform DPIAs, and develop policy frameworks to protect personal data across teams.

You will train staff, collaborate with IT and security, conduct risk assessments, and monitor processing activities to ensure up-to-date safeguards against data breaches and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, IT, business or related field; master’s preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in data protection or GDPR compliance.
• CIPP/E or CIPM certification mandatory.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience with DPIAs, data protection principles, and data breach management.

Responsibilities

• Lead GDPR implementation and compliance across the organization.
• Conduct GDPR risk assessments and DPIAs.
• Develop and implement GDPR policies and procedures.
• Train staff on GDPR requirements and best practices.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Monitor data processing activities and data protection compliance.
• Manage data breach response and reporting procedures.
• Perform regular audits for ongoing GDPR compliance.
• Stay updated with data protection laws and regulations.

Skills

Data privacy

Regulatory compliance

Analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Law/IT/Business)

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Privacy management tools

Job description

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the GDPR implementation and compliance efforts across the organization.
• Conduct thorough GDPR risk assessments and impact analyses.
• Develop and implement GDPR compliance policies and procedures.
• Train and educate staff on GDPR requirements and best practices.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Monitor data protection compliance and data processing activities.
• Manage data breach response and reporting procedures.
• Perform regular audits to ensure ongoing GDPR compliance.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in data protection laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure the implementation of technical safeguards.
• Document and maintain records of processing activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Information Technology, Business, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in data protection, privacy laws, or GDPR compliance.
• Professional certification such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or similar is mandatory
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with data protection impact assessments, data protection principles, and data breach management.

Skills and Competencies

• Deep understanding of data protection and privacy regulations along with Project management skills.
• Ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to privacy and data protection.
• Proficiency in using data protection management tools and software.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in a similar role within a multinational organization.
• Familiarity with other global data protection regulations such as CCPA, HIPAA, APPI, DPDPA, POPIA, PIPEDA etc.
• Experience in a legal advisory role or as a Data Protection Officer (DPO).

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Information Technology, Business, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in data protection, privacy laws, or GDPR compliance.
• Professional certification such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or similar is mandatory
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with data protection impact assessments, data protection principles, and data breach management.

Skills and Competencies

• Deep understanding of data protection and privacy regulations along with Project management skills.
• Ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to privacy and data protection.
• Proficiency in using data protection management tools and software.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in a similar role within a multinational organization.
• Familiarity with other global data protection regulations such as CCPA, HIPAA, APPI, DPDPA, POPIA, PIPEDA etc.
• Experience in a legal advisory role or as a Data Protection Officer (DPO).