Director Privacy & Data OGC

PwC Acceleration Center India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center India seeks a Director Privacy & Data OGC to guide privacy law and data protection work within Internal Firm Services. You will set strategic direction, lead multiple work streams, mentor leaders, and advise on policies, PIA, and protection measures across client engagements.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, manage regulatory risk, and drive governance across the PwC Network. Fluency in English and extensive privacy experience are required.

Qualifications

• LLB is a must-have; JD is advantageous.
• 15+ years of legal experience in privacy and data protection.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Advising internal stakeholders and clients on privacy law, data protection regulations, and personal information requirements.
• Experience in contract negotiation related to privacy and data use.
• Subject matter expertise in US and European data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Developing and maintaining privacy policies, governance procedures, and data handling standards.
• Conducting privacy impact assessments and evaluating data processing activities for risks.
• Interpreting regulatory developments and translating legal requirements into practical guidance.
• Leading privacy program initiatives, including control design, remediation planning, and issue tracking.
• Coordinating responses to data breaches, investigations, and regulatory inquiries with legal and business leaders.
• Applying knowledge of information security, records management, and data protection technologies.
• Mentoring team members and shaping approaches across engagements.
• Building trusted relationships across the firm to guide decision making on privacy, data use, and legal risk.
• Subject matter expertise in India data privacy and other jurisdictions is preferred.

Skills

Privacy law

Data protection

Contract negotiation

Policy development

Regulatory compliance

Education

LLB

JD

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 Director Privacy & Data OGC you will guide privacy law and data protection work within our Internal Firm Services practice, helping internal stakeholders and clients address regulatory obligations, reduce legal risk, and shape practical privacy solutions. As a Director you will set strategic direction, lead across multiple work streams, and bring executive-level judgment to complex matters while mentoring future leaders and reinforcing a culture grounded in integrity, inclusion, and thoughtful decision making. In this role at PwC, you will advise on privacy policies, privacy impact assessments, and data protection measures, while contributing to client engagements and broader Office of General Counsel (OGC) efforts across the PwC Network.

Responsibilities

• Advising internal stakeholders and clients on privacy law, data protection regulations, and personal information requirements.
• Highly motivated, experienced contracting/transactional attorney with demonstrated contract negotiation experience.
• The role requires subject matter expertise in US and European data privacy and protection laws (e.g., the European General Data Protection Regulation and the California Consumer Privacy Act), and experience with negotiating contract terms in this area.
• Developing and maintaining privacy policies, governance procedures, and data handling standards across business operations
• Conducting privacy impact assessments and evaluating data processing activities to identify legal and operational risks
• Interpreting regulatory developments and translating legal requirements into practical guidance for business teams
• Leading privacy program initiatives, including control design, remediation planning, and issue tracking
• Coordinating responses to data breaches, investigations, and regulatory inquiries with legal and business leaders
• Applying knowledge of information security, records management, and data protection technologies to support compliance activities
• Mentoring team members and shaping approaches for complex privacy matters across multiple engagements
• Building trusted relationships across the firm to guide decision making on privacy, data use, and legal risk
• Subject matter expertise in India and other jurisdictions' data privacy and protection laws is preferred

What You Must Have

• LLB is a must-have. JD is good to have.
• At least 15+ year(s) of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• Demonstrating privacy law, data protection, or legal operations coursework
• Utilizing privacy compliance, data breach, or information security knowledge
• Applying strategic thinking to legal operations and governance priorities
• Supporting privacy program development, records management, or regulatory reviews
• Collaborating across teams while cultivating client-focused service delivery