PDPL Privacy Lead: Data Protection & Compliance

Duncan & Ross Consulting

Riyadh

On-site

SAR 240,000 - 600,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Duncan & Ross Consulting is seeking a PDPL Lead in Saudi Arabia to ensure strict adherence to the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL). You will lead privacy governance, coordinate assessments, data mapping, and regulatory responses while promoting a privacy-first culture across functions.

The role requires extensive experience in data protection, with certifications in CDPO/CIPM/CIPP and related governance frameworks, and a track record of audits and risk-based compliance in banking or regulated

Qualifications

6–8 years data protection/privacy/compliance experience.
4–5 years in banking or regulated financial services.
Experience implementing PDPL or equivalent data protection framework.
Proven experience conducting privacy assessments and audits.

Responsibilities

Ensure ongoing PDPL compliance and regulatory alignment across the organization.
Conduct and manage Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
Lead data mapping initiatives and maintain data processing documentation.
Manage individual rights requests (access, deletion, correction, portability).
Coordinate data breach response and incident management.
Oversee third-party/vendor data processing agreements and compliance.
Develop and deliver privacy training and awareness programs.
Manage consent workflows and lawful basis documentation.
Support regulatory examinations and SAMA/SDAIA inquiries.
Maintain privacy risk register and compliance tracking.