Responsible AI Senior Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 77,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC seeks a Responsible AI Senior Associate to advise on privacy laws and data protection regulations, helping clients implement privacy policies and assessments within our Cyber, Data & Tech Risk practice.

You will analyze complex issues, mentor juniors, and support internal and client needs by interpreting requirements and delivering compliant solutions in a fast-changing landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Advising on privacy laws, data protection regulations, and responsible AI requirements.
• Conducting privacy impact assessments and documenting findings for privacy programs and risk controls.
• Reviewing policies and legal documents to identify data handling gaps and update controls.
• Translating complex legal/technical concepts into practical guidance for business teams and client engagements.
• Interpreting regulatory changes and assessing impact on ongoing workstreams.
• Applying legal research to support responses to privacy questions, incidents and inquiries.
• Collaborating across legal, cybersecurity and technology to align data protection with business needs.
• Supporting data breach investigations and records management through detailed fact finding.
• Guiding junior team members, reviewing deliverables, and providing constructive feedback.

Skills

Privacy laws

Data protection

Responsible AI

Regulatory interpretations

Legal research

Client service

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
Cybersecurity & Privacy

Management Level
Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary
The Opportunity

As a Responsible AI Senior Associate you will advise on privacy laws and data protection regulations, helping clients navigate a changing legal landscape and implement privacy policies, data protection measures, and privacy impact assessments that support responsible use of personal information within our Cyber, Data & Tech Risk practice. As a Senior Associate you will analyze complex issues, build meaningful client connections, mentor junior team members, and develop your technical skills while delivering work that aligns with professional and technical standards. In this role at PwC, you will support internal stakeholders and clients across industries by interpreting requirements, applying legal judgment, and contributing to solutions that address privacy and data risk considerations.

Responsibilities

• Advising internal stakeholders and clients on privacy laws, data protection regulations, and responsible AI requirements
• Conducting privacy impact assessments and documenting findings to support privacy program development and risk control activities
• Reviewing policies, procedures, and legal documents to identify data handling gaps and update control requirements
• Translating complex legal and technical concepts into practical guidance for business teams and client service engagements
• Interpreting regulatory changes and assessing how new privacy, data protection, and AI requirements affect ongoing workstreams
• Applying legal research and analysis skills to support responses to privacy questions, incidents, and regulatory inquiries
• Collaborating across legal, cybersecurity, and technology functions to align data protection measures with business needs
• Supporting data breach investigations, records management policies, and legal data protection activities through detailed fact finding
• Guiding junior team members on assigned tasks, reviewing deliverables, and sharing practical feedback to improve work output

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor’s degree
• At least 3 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Communications/Media, Computer Science/Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Government/Public Policy, Law/Legal Studies, Mathematics/Statistics, Project/Technology Management, Risk Management/Insurance, Marketing
• Demonstrating coursework or internship exposure in privacy law or data protection
• Applying AI governance, cybersecurity, or information risk coursework
• Interpreting data to inform privacy, risk, or legal insights
• Communicating across diverse perspectives in client service settings
• Navigating ambiguity while developing personal growth and technical skills

Travel Requirements
Up to 40%

The salary range for this position is: $77,000 – $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link:
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy:
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