Data Privacy Senior Consultant

Client of MENA Consultant; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of MENA Consultant seeks a Data Privacy Senior Consultant to support a one-year engagement focused on strengthening privacy operations and regulatory compliance in Saudi Arabia. The consultant will help implement privacy controls aligned with PDPL and international data protection laws.

The role requires practical experience with RoPA, DPIAs, DPAs, data transfer documentation, and privacy risk advisory across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in Data Privacy operations.
• Experience with PDPL and international privacy regulations.
• Practical experience with RoPA, DPIA, DPA, and data transfer docs.
• IAPP certification or equivalent recognized credential.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and operationalization of privacy programs aligned with PDPL and regulations.
• Develop and maintain RoPA, DPIAs, DPAs, and data transfer documentation.
• Conduct privacy compliance reviews and identify remediation actions.
• Assist cross-border data transfer assessments and regulatory documentation.
• Manage data subject rights requests and privacy inquiries.
• Contribute to privacy awareness and internal compliance initiatives.
• Provide advisory support on privacy risks and regulatory obligations.

Skills

Data privacy operations

PDPL knowledge

DPIA, RoPA, DPA

Data transfer documentation

IAPP certification

Privacy governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law or related field

Job description

We are seeking a Data Privacy Senior Consultant to support a one‑year engagement focused on strengthening data privacy operations and regulatory compliance. The consultant will play a key role in implementing and operationalizing privacy controls in alignment with Saudi PDPL and applicable international data protection laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and operationalization of privacy programs aligned with PDPL and applicable regulations.
• Develop and maintain RoPA, DPIAs, DPAs, and data transfer documentation.
• Conduct privacy compliance reviews and identify remediation actions.
• Support cross‑border data transfer assessments and regulatory documentation.
• Assist in managing data subject rights requests and privacy inquiries.
• Contribute to privacy awareness and internal compliance initiatives.
• Provide advisory support on privacy risks and regulatory obligations.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experience in Data Privacy operations.
• Proven experience working with KSA Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and/or international privacy regulations.
• Practical experience in:
  • Records of Processing Activities (RoPA)
  • Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA)
  • Data Processing Agreements (DPA)
  • Data Transfer
• Recognized certifications from accredited institutions (e.g., IAPP).
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Background as a qualified or practicing privacy lawyer.
• Other Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to coordinate with cross‑functional teams and business units.
  • Strong documentation and reporting capabilities.
  • High level of professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information.