Privacy Adviser

NES Fircroft; Karnataka; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Generous leave

Leave policies

Performance-based incentives

Employer Provident Fund

Job summary

Woodside Energy is seeking a Privacy Adviser to support the business in complying with global privacy obligations. You will provide advisory services to all Groups on the implementation of Woodside’s Privacy program requirements across jurisdictions.

You will coach Privacy Focal Points, stay current with regulatory changes such as DPDPA, GDPR and AU Privacy Act, and help investigate incidents, assess risks and embed a strong privacy culture.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years+ experience in privacy/compliance.
• Bachelor/Master’s degree in relevant field (law, technology, data science).
• Understanding of DPDPA, GDPR and AU Privacy Act.

Responsibilities

• Support development, implementation and governance of a pan-Woodside privacy program.
• Provide privacy guidance regarding new applications and processes for personal data management.
• Coach Privacy Focal Points to drive effective privacy controls.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes and industry trends.
• Investigate and resolve privacy incidents and non‑compliance events.
• Resolve privacy‑related queries and complaints, including third‑party contractors.
• Monitor and embed changes in privacy laws across the organisation.
• Assess privacy risks arising from existing products and services.
• Monitor effectiveness of privacy risk mitigation and compliance measures.
• Enable effective risk management and reporting for International Operations.
• Champion a strong privacy culture across the organisation.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Due Diligence

Business Acumen

Governance and Assurance

Privacy Framework Development

Regulatory Compliance

Privacy, Data and AI Governance

Education

Bachelor/Master’s degree in relevant field (law, technology, data science)

Job description

Privacy Adviser

Supports the business to comply with global privacy obligations. Provides advisory services to all Groups on the implementation of Woodside’s Privacy program requirements across all business activities and jurisdictions in which Woodside operates.

About Woodside Energy

Woodside Energy is a global energy company providing reliable and affordable energy. Operating in a psychologically and physically safe environment, we nurture talent and provide continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.

Leadership & Corporate Expectations

• Exemplary written and verbal communication and ability to present to internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work with full autonomy in managing internal and external stakeholders, with authority to directly solve issues and an instinct to know when escalation is appropriate.
• Understands high-performing team dynamics and provides feedback to enhance team effectiveness and GRC processes.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical business solutions.

Technical – Privacy

• Support development, implementation and governance of a pan‑Woodside privacy program.
• Provide privacy‑related advice regarding the implementation of new applications and procedures related to the management of personal information, including the privacy impact assessment process.
• Coach Privacy Focal Points across the organisation to drive effective management of privacy obligations and controls.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes and industry trends.
• Support investigation and resolution of privacy incidents and non‑compliance events, including associated reporting.
• Support resolution of privacy-related queries and complaints, including those relating to third‑party contractors.
• Monitor, communicate and embed changes in privacy laws across the organisation.
• Assess privacy-related risks arising from existing products and services.
• Monitor the effectiveness of privacy-related risk mitigation and compliance measures.
• Accountable for enabling effective risk management and reporting for International Operations.
• Champion the development and embedding of a strong privacy culture across the organisation.

Customer Relationships

• Audit & Risk Committee
• Executive Leadership Team
• Senior Leadership cohort (strategy, operations, sustainability, climate and external compliance focus)
• Internal Audit
• Ethics & Compliance
• Privacy, Data and AI Governance experience preferred.
• Understanding of relevant laws and regulations such as DPDPA, GDPR, AU Privacy Act.
• Experience: 3–5 years +.
• Tertiary qualifications: Bachelor/Master’s degree in relevant field (law, technology, data science).

Core Skillsets Required

• Leadership – We value and empower each other, we are curious and courageous, we have ownership and accountability.
• General – Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Due Diligence, Business Acumen, Governance and Assurance.
• Technical – Privacy Framework Development, Regulatory Compliance.

Internal Stakeholders

• GRC leadership team, GRC Team
• Australian & International Operations; Strategy, Finance, Legal & General Counsel, HR, Digital, Contracts & Procurement, HSE.

External Stakeholders

• External auditors, external legal firms, regulators, peers.

We value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds. If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply.

Recognition & Reward

• Commitment to ongoing development, including on‑the‑job opportunities and formal programs.
• Inclusive parental leave entitlements for both parents.
• Values‑led culture.
• Flexible work options.
• Generous annual, sick and casual leave.
• Cultural and religious leave with flexible public holiday opportunities.
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance‑based incentives with uncapped Employer Provident Fund.