EY Data Protection & Privacy Senior Consultant f/m/x 

Portugal, Lisbon 

788655253

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to relate well with others, build relationships and constructively interact with a variety of people and situations, including fostering relationships with client personnel.
• Consistently deliver quality client services. Monitor progress, manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.
• Analytical ability to define problems, collect data, establish and organize facts, draw valid conclusions, and develop effective solutions.Desire to innovate in an everchanging regulatory landscape.
• Motivated to achieve professional goals and demonstrate flexibility to complete more challenging tasks.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to clearly communicate solutions to problems in an effective manner.
• Proactive, flexible, responsive, and resourceful.
• Excellent ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• An interest in the privacy and data issues arising from various technology driven industries, including social media.
• Skilled at maximizing risk mitigation while minimizing the impact to the business.

To qualify for the role, the candidate must have

• You have an agile, growth-oriented mindset. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We’re looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.
• You are curious and purpose driven. We’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.
• You are inclusive. We’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust.
• Qualifications:
  • Degree in a related field and 2-5 years of related work experience.
  • Experience at this level in industry or consultancy experience in the Portuguese market.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the core data privacy principles and data/information lifecycle (e.g., notice, consent, data collection, data use, retention, disposal, security for privacy, disclosures to third parties, data integrity, and monitoring).
  • Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements and compliance issues affecting clients related to privacy and data protection.
  • Track record in supporting the delivery of significant Data Privacy and Data Protection programs.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Professional Certifications such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar credentials in data protection and privacy.
• Demonstrated experience or knowledge in the following areas:
  • Privacy and data governance
  • Privacy policy creation or review
  • Consumer/Data Subject Rights
  • Privacy by Design concepts
  • Privacy, protection, and information governance data discovery tools (e.g., BigID, OneTrust)
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications, especially Visio, PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Basic understanding of information technology and cybersecurity related issues.
• Experience writing business and functional requirements with specifications, including strong documentation skills.
• Prior business experience working communicating with project stakeholders and balancing business needs with tailored solutions.

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

• EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. Plus, we offer:
• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around;
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.