Director, Privacy & Data Protection

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

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Location Washington, DC, United States
Experience Level Director/VP
Compensation Range $200,000 - $225,000

Director, Privacy & Data Protection - Exciting Opportunity with Global Firm

Are you a data protection and privacy subject matter expert looking for an exciting opportunity to join a leading global firm? BDO is seeking a Director to join our thriving Privacy & Data Protection Practice in Washington, DC. This role offers the chance to work with both domestic and international clients and professionals, and to make a significant impact on the firm's growth and success.

As the PDP Director, you will be responsible for maintaining client relationships, developing new opportunities, delivering quality work, managing project teams, and ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with BDO Member Firms and offshore team members, providing global solutions for our clients' data protection and privacy needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver data protection and privacy strategies for client C-suite/board
Build cross-cultural functionality for clients to implement global privacy programs
Manage BDO USA team members and collaborate with BDO Member Firms and offshore team members
Provide detailed information to clients on various domestic and global privacy laws
Guide team members on project budget and scheduling
Establish new relationships to drive opportunities for BDO
Comply with BDO's Quality Risk Management, Data Protection, and other frameworks
Manage and maintain relationships with clients and introduce other BDO professionals to expand on existing relationships
Ensure timely and thoughtful responses to client inquiries and requests
Build relationships with other BDO professionals and participate in industry events
Update CRM to ensure accurate pipeline reporting
Review and provide feedback on client reports
Develop proposals, respond to RFP/RFIs, and manage engagement letters
Utilize client knowledge to develop project and resource plans, establish reporting and metrics, and provide regular updates
Participate in business unit, legal, IT, privacy, and governance meetings
Manage BDO client and partner expectations at all levels
Mentor team members and ensure consistent quality work product and adherence to BDO standards
Manage multiple large and complex engagements
Act as a leader and maintain a positive attitude towards clients and firm personnel
Manage a team of professionals and review their work product

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required, Master's, Juris Doctorate, or MBA preferred
10+ years of consulting experience required, 3+ years of data protection or privacy experience required
Experience working with Fortune 500 clients preferred
5+ years of experience managing large, complex privacy projects required
One or more privacy certifications (CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT, CDPSE) required, OneTrust, TrustArc or other privacy enabled technology solutions preferred

Skills and Abilities:

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Colorado Range: $200,000 - $225,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $200,000 - $225,000
Washington Range: $200,000 - $225,000

About BDO:

At BDO, we are more than just a career. We are a place where your work has a meaningful impact and your individuality is valued. We offer flexibility, opportunities for advancement, and a culture centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself while making a positive difference in the world.

Our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes for our people, clients, and communities. As an ESOP company, we share our growth in value with our . team, reflecting our culture of putting people first.

We provide assurance, tax, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients across the . and in over 160 countries through our global organization. We are the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), offering our employees a stake in the firm's success and the opportunity to enhance their financial well-being.

We are committed to welcoming diverse perspectives, empowering our team members to explore their full potential, and celebrating ingenuity and innovation. We focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities.

Join us at BDO and find not just a job, but a fulfilling career where you can make a difference. Apply now and start your journey with us!

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Multilingual capabilities preferred

Data protection, privacy, cross-culture functionality, privacy operations, team management, relationship building, compliance, quality risk management, project management, budget management, proposal development, client relationship management, mentorship, performance evaluation, software proficiency, multilingual capabilities, executive presence, communication, analytical skills, organizational skills, teamwork, professional development, up-selling, research, relationship management, flexibility, career advancement, cultural competence, innovation, sustainability.

Bachelor's degree (required), Master's, Juris Doctorate, or MBA (preferred).

Applicants can apply through the company's website or by following the application instructions provided in the job posting.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree (required), Master's, Juris Doctorate, or MBA (preferred).

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