Data Protection Consultant

Data Protection & Privacy Consultant London - Hybrid (minimum 2 days in office) Competitive salary + benefits We’re looking for an experienced Data Protection & Privacy Consultant to join a growing team and support a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys combining hands-on privacy operations with client-facing consultancy, helping organisations navigate complex data protection challenges in a practical and commercially focused way. What you’ll be doing • Acting as a trusted advisor and key point of contact for clients on all data protection matters • Supporting and delivering privacy programmes, including DPIAs, LIAs, RoPAs, and data mapping • Identifying and managing data protection and cyber risks • Providing pragmatic advice on UK GDPR and international privacy regulations • Supporting data breach response and regulatory compliance (including ICO engagement) • Developing and implementing policies, governance frameworks, and privacy controls • Delivering training and awareness sessions to stakeholders • Supporting or acting as an outsourced DPO for clients • Working with and configuring OneTrust (or similar privacy platforms) • Building strong relationships with stakeholders, including senior leadership What we’re looking for • ~5+ years’ experience in data protection / privacy roles • Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR (and ideally EU/international frameworks) • Hands-on experience with: • DPIAs, LIAs, RoPAs • Data mapping & asset registers • Supplier risk assessments & contracts • Incident/breach management & DSARs • IAPP certification (CIPP/E, CIPM or equivalent) • Experience with privacy management tools (OneTrust preferred) • Comfortable working with clients and senior stakeholders • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills • A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach Why apply? • Work with a variety of clients across industries • Be part of a collaborative, specialist data protection team • Opportunity to grow your consultancy and advisory skills • Exposure to cutting-edge topics including AI and privacy tech