Regional Head – Data Privacy

PrivacyPillar Inc.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance-linked incentives

Professional growth opportunities

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Job summary

PrivacyPillar Inc. is seeking a Regional Head – Data Privacy in Mumbai, India. This senior leadership role combines deep privacy expertise with business development. The candidate will lead client engagements, drive business growth, and mentor teams. With 7+ years in data privacy, exceptional communication skills, and knowledge of regulations like DPDPA 2023 and GDPR, you will strengthen market presence while working with esteemed clients. Join us to be part of transformative privacy advisory engagements with competitive compensation and incentives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in data privacy, information security, or compliance consulting.
• Proven track record in a client-facing or advisory role, preferably within a consulting firm or Big 4 environment.
• Strong understanding of global and Indian privacy regulations including DPDPA 2023, GDPR, ISO 27701.
• Exceptional communication and executive-level stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to RFP responses and white papers.
• Represent Privacy Pillar at industry forums and conferences.
• Drive regional business growth through strategic client acquisition.
• Oversee project delivery across privacy engagements.
• Manage and inspire high-performing privacy consulting teams.

Skills

Data privacy expertise

Business development

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Negotiation skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

7+ years in data privacy or compliance consulting

Relevant certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM, etc.)

Job description

About Privacy Pillar

Privacy Pillar is a specialized data privacy advisory firm helping organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes, build privacy-first cultures, and achieve compliance excellence. We partner with leading enterprises across industries to design and operationalize robust privacy programs.

Role Overview

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Regional Head – Data Privacy to lead our practice. This is a senior leadership role that combines deep privacy expertise with business development acumen, client relationship management, and team leadership. The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor who can drive regional growth while delivering outstanding client outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to RFP responses, approach notes, and white papers that position Privacy Pillar as a trusted advisor in data privacy and compliance.
• Represent Privacy Pillar at industry forums, conferences, and client engagements to build brand authority.
• Drive regional business growth through strategic client acquisition, relationship management, and identification of upsell and cross-sell opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with C-level stakeholders including CISOs, DPOs, CIOs, and Heads of Legal.
• Oversee end-to-end project delivery across privacy engagements, ensuring quality, adherence to timelines, and high client satisfaction.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex client issues and deliver solutions that align with regulatory and business objectives.
• Manage, mentor, and inspire high-performing privacy consulting teams.
• Support strategic hiring initiatives and drive capability-building programs to scale the regional practice and strengthen market presence.

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of experience in data privacy, information security, or compliance consulting.
• Proven track record in a client-facing or advisory role, preferably within a consulting firm or Big 4 environment.
• Strong understanding of global and Indian privacy regulations including DPDPA 2023, GDPR, ISO 27701, and related frameworks.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and executive-level stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead business development efforts and contribute to revenue growth.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and delivering large-scale privacy programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Preferred certifications: CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT (IAPP), CISA, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, or any recognized DPO certification.

Why Join Privacy Pillar?

• Be part of a fast-growing, niche privacy advisory practice.
• Work with marquee clients across industries on high-impact privacy transformation engagements.
• Collaborative, expert-led culture that invests in your professional growth.
• Competitive compensation with performance-linked incentives.

Privacy Pillar is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.