Director, Privacy & Data Protection

3-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Shift Daytime
Location Washington, DC, United States
Position Type Full Time
Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Job Experience 10+ years
Job Salary Competitive



Director, Privacy & Data Protection – Exciting Opportunity with BDO

BDO, a global accounting and advisory firm, is seeking a Director to join their thriving Privacy & Data Protection Practice as a subject matter expert and engagement leader. This role will involve working with both domestic and international clients and professionals, providing global solutions for data protection and privacy needs.

The Director will be responsible for maintaining existing client relationships, developing new relationships, delivering quality work product, managing project teams, and ensuring projects are completed on-time and on-budget. This is a leadership position that requires strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and deliver global 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 on domestic and global privacy laws to clients
- Establish new relationships to drive new opportunities for BDO
- Comply with BDO’s Quality Risk Management, Data Protection, and other Frameworks
- Maintain relationships with client professionals and introduce them to other BDO professionals
- Manage project requirements and on-site/remote teams
- Ensure timely and thoughtful responses to client inquiries and requests
- Build relationships with other BDO professionals and cross-sell services
- Update customer relationship management for accurate pipeline reporting
- Review and provide feedback on client executive reports
- Develop proposals, respond to RFP/RFIs, and manage agreements according to BDO standards
- Utilize knowledge of client needs to develop project and resource plans, establish reporting and metrics, and provide regular updates
- Participate in interviews and meetings related to business, legal, IT, privacy, and governance
- Proofread and edit executive reports before presenting to clients
- Manage BDO client and partner expectations at all levels
- Mentor team members to ensure consistent quality work product and adherence to BDO standards
- Manage multiple large, complex, and potentially long-term engagements and clients
- Support the Data Protection Officer for clients as needed
- Develop and manage project budgets, review invoices, and ensure timely delivery
- Act as a leader and maintain a professional, positive attitude with clients and firm personnel
- Manage a team of professionals on a project or regional basis
- Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

- Train Sr. Managers, Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates on relevant software, tools, and processes
- Evaluate performance and assist in professional development for Sr. Managers, Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates
- Deliver periodic performance feedback and complete evaluations in accordance with firm guidance
- Mentor Sr. Managers, Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates as needed

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

Licenses/Certifications:

- One or more of the following privacy certifications required: CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT, CDPSE, or other privacy certifications
- OneTrust, TrustArc, or other privacy-enabled technology solutions preferred

Software:

- OneTrust, BigID, and other privacy and GRC software
- Strong Microsoft PowerPoint skills required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Visio, required, including Office 365, OneDrive, and SharePoint preferred
- Knowledge of database systems, software development lifecycle, and technology company operations preferred

Language(s):

- Multilingual capabilities (read, speak, and/or write) preferred

Other Skills & Abilities:

- Executive presence with the ability to act as primary ,000
- Colorado: $200,000 - $225,000
- NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $200,000 - $225,000
- Washington: $200,000 - $225,000

About BDO:

BDO is a global accounting and advisory firm that is committed to helping people thrive every day. They offer flexibility, opportunities for advancement, and a culture centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to oneself while making a positive difference in the world.

BDO's purpose is to deliver exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for their people, clients, and communities. They are an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first and shares financially in the firm's growth with their . team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax, and advisory services for clients across the . and in over 160 countries.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement

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Flexible work schedule, opportunities for advancement, ESOP participation, competitive salary and bonus plans, comprehensive benefits package

Multilingual capabilities preferred

data protection, privacy, subject matter expert, engagement leader, global solutions, client relationships, project management, cross-selling, compliance, quality management, team management, budget management, relationship management, business development, proposal development, executive reporting, team mentoring, legal knowledge, organizational skills, multi-tasking, deadline management, presentation skills, analytical skills, research skills, communication skills, leadership skills, ESOP, Total Rewards, diversity and inclusion, resilience, sustainability

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

Interested candidates should apply through the BDO website or through a job search engine.

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, Juris Doctorate degree, MBA degree, privacy certifications, software knowledge, language proficiency

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