Senior Global Data Privacy Leader (Remote)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development allowances

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Privacy Lawyer to drive the company’s global data privacy strategy. You will work remotely from South Africa, with responsibility for DPIAs, regulatory compliance, and privacy-by-design in product development. The role requires strong leadership and collaboration across global teams.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years post-qualification experience, SA admission, and deep knowledge of GDPR, POPIA, and CCPA. CIPP certification is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Admitted SA attorney with 10+ years PQE, including 5+ years in data privacy law.
• Extensive experience with GDPR, CCPA, POPIA and cross-border transfers.
• Ability to lead global privacy programs and advise senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop global privacy policies and procedures.
• Advise on data processing, sharing, and international transfers.
• Conduct DPIAs and manage data breach response and regulatory notifications.
• Provide privacy training to internal stakeholders and liaise with authorities.
• Review privacy clauses in contracts and third-party agreements.

Skills

Data privacy law

Regulatory compliance

DPIA assessment

Cross-border compliance

Contract review

Effective communication

Education

Admitted Attorney (SA High Court)

CIPP certification desirable

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Data Privacy Lawyer to drive the company’s global data privacy strategy. You will work remotely from South Africa, with responsibility for DPIAs, regulatory compliance, and privacy-by-design in product development. The role requires strong leadership and collaboration across global teams.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years post-qualification experience, SA admission, and deep knowledge of GDPR, POPIA, and CCPA. CIPP certification is highly desirable.