AI Governance / Data Protection Consultant

Birmingham - 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