Director, Privacy & Data Protection

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Shift Daytime
Locations United States of America, Washington, DC, United States
Travel Requirements 25%
Salary $200,000 - $225,000

Director, Privacy & Data Protection - Exciting Opportunity at Leading Consulting Firm BDO

BDO is seeking a Director to join our thriving Privacy & Data Protection Practice in Washington, DC, as a subject matter expert and engagement leader. In this role, you will work with both domestic and international clients and professionals, providing global solutions to address their data protection and privacy needs. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team, and make a positive impact in the world while advancing your career.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and deliver global data protection and privacy strategies for client C-suite/board
- Build cross-culture functionality for clients to operationalize global privacy programs
- Manage project teams and ensure timely and high-quality delivery of work product for clients
- Establish new relationships to drive new opportunities for BDO
- Comply with BDO’s quality risk management, data protection, and other frameworks
- Mentor and guide team members on project budget and scheduling
- Manage and maintain relationships with client professionals and introduce other BDO professionals to expand on existing relationships
- Ensure clients receive timely, actionable, and thoughtful responses to privacy-related inquiries
- Build relationships with other BDO professionals and cross-sell into different industries and services
- Update customer relationship management to ensure accurate pipeline reporting
- Review and provide feedback on client executive reports
- Develop proposals, respond to RFP/RFI’s, and manage Master Service Agreements and engagement letters
- Utilize knowledge of client needs to develop project and resource plans, establish reporting and metrics, and provide regular updates to clients
- Participate in and conduct interviews and meetings with various business units, legal, IT, privacy, and governance teams
- Manage BDO client and partner expectations at all levels
- 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 towards clients and BDO personnel
- Manage a team of professionals on a project or regional basis
- Supervise the workload of Sr. Managers, Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates on assigned engagements and review work product as needed

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s, Juris Doctorate, or MBA preferred
- 10+ years of consulting experience, 3+ years of data protection or privacy experience, and 5+ years of experience managing large, complex privacy projects
- One or more privacy certifications (CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT, CDPSE, or other)
- Experience working with Fortune 500 clients preferred
- Familiarity with privacy-enabled technology solutions like OneTrust, TrustArc, etc.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint
- Multilingual capabilities preferred

Salary Information:

Individual salaries offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, and location. The salary range for this position in various locations is:

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

About BDO:

At BDO, we offer more than just a career - we offer a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself while making a positive difference in the world. We are committed to delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first and shares financially in our growth with our . team. We provide assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the . and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

Join our team and help us make a difference in the world. Apply now!

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Multilingual capabilities preferred

Data protection, privacy, subject matter expert, engagement leader, global solutions, client relationships, project management, budget management, cross-selling, team management, communication, leadership, research, problem-solving, Microsoft Office Suite, database systems, software development, multilingual capabilities, executive presence

Bachelor's degree required, Master's/JD/MBA preferred

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Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree required, Master's/JD/MBA preferred

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