AI Governance / Data Protection Consultant0 📍 UK - Hybrid (minimum 2 days in office) 💰 Competitive salary + benefits We’re looking for an experienced AI Governance / Data Protection 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 * 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) * Comfortable working with clients and senior stakeholders * Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills * A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach Why apply? * Be part of a collaborative, specialist data protection team * Exposure to cutting-edge topics including AI and privacy tech