Senior Data Privacy Consultant

Persistent; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities & education

Cutting-edge technologies

Flexible work hours

Long Service awards

Annual health check-ups

Insurance coverage: group term life &/

Job summary

Persistent is seeking an experienced Senior Data Privacy Consultant to drive privacy, governance, and risk management across the organization in a hybrid Mumbai setting. The role bridges business and technology to translate objectives into scalable compliant solutions.

Key focus areas include DPDPA, Third-Party Risk Management, ISMS, and governance frameworks, with responsibilities spanning risk assessments, vendor governance, and data protection by design.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in data privacy, compliance, risk management, or related advisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of Data Privacy regulations and DPDPA.
• Experience with Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) and vendor governance.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, CS, IT, Law, Risk Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between business, risk, compliance, and tech teams to translate requirements into solutions.
• Lead design discussions, architecture reviews, and POCs to support transformation.
• Provide domain expertise on privacy, DPDPA compliance, risk management, and governance.
• Lead workshops and assessments to identify improvements and opportunities.
• Support implementation of privacy controls and governance frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with ISMS and regulatory requirements.
• Drive third-party risk assessment and vendor governance.
• Mentor teams and promote best practices.

Skills

Data Privacy

DPDPA

TPRM

Stakeholder Management

Governance

Risk Management

Enterprise Architecture

Solution Design

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/IT/Law

Tools

ISMS

Job description

AboutPosition:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Privacy Consultant to drive privacy, compliance, governance, and risk management initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate will act as a strategic bridge between business stakeholders and technology teams, translating business objectives into scalable and compliant solutions. This role requires expertise in Data Privacy, DPDPA, Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), governance frameworks, business transformation, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational requirements.

• Role: Senior Data Privacy Consultant
• Location: Mumbai
• Experience: Between 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

WhatYou'llDo:

• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, risk teams, compliance functions, and technology teams to translate business requirements into effective solutions.
• Drive solution design discussions, architecture reviews, proof-of-concepts (POCs), and technical evaluations supporting business transformation initiatives.
• Provide domain expertise and recommendations on data privacy, DPDPA compliance, risk management, and governance practices.
• Collaborate with customers, business leaders, architects, and delivery teams to recommend innovative and industry-aligned solutions.
• Lead workshops, assessments, and strategic discussions to identify process improvements, compliance enhancements, and technology opportunities.
• Support implementation of privacy controls, governance frameworks, and risk management practices.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, ISMS standards, and industry best practices.
• Drive third-party risk assessment and vendor governance initiatives to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment and support decision-making through data-driven recommendations.
• Monitor project progress, quality standards, compliance objectives, and risk mitigation activities.
• Contribute to organizational capability development through mentoring, knowledge sharing, and best-practice adoption.
• Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and domain excellence across programs and initiatives.

ExpertiseYou'llBring:

• 8 to 12 years of experience in data privacy, compliance consulting, risk management, business transformation, solution consulting, or technology advisory roles.
• Strong expertise in Data Privacy regulations and Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) requirements.
• Hands-on experience in Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), vendor assessments, and risk governance frameworks.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into scalable functional and technical solutions.
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, solution design, business process transformation, and technology ecosystems.
• Experience driving privacy-by-design, compliance, governance, and risk management initiatives.
• Knowledge of ISMS frameworks, regulatory compliance requirements, and audit processes.
• Experience working with customers, business leaders, architects, and global delivery teams.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Strategic mindset with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and deliver business value through technology-led solutions.
• Strong understanding of digital transformation and modernization initiatives.
• Experience supporting governance committees, compliance reviews, and risk mitigation programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Law, Risk Management, or a related field.

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&InclusiveWorkEnvironment:

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."