Technology Consulting – Data Protection & Privacy Consultant

Technology Consulting – Data Protection & Privacy Consultant – Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager/Manager/Senior Manager

General Information

Location: Dublin

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: No

Business Area: Tech consulting – Cyber Security

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

EY’s Cyber Security and Data Protection & Privacy practice is one of the fastest growing areas of EY’s consulting business. Join our team and you will be supporting engagements during which we provide advisory consulting to help our clients improve their privacy and data protection posture to respond to challenging data and security threats.

The opportunity

EY has an immediate requirement for data privacy consultants. We are seeking candidates that enjoy working on a wide variety of projects, collaborating with internal and external client teams, building relationships and a desire to learn and progress their career in the field of Data Protection and Privacy. 

Your key responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of projects for Clients to implement Data Protection regulations and standards in their business.
• Development of policies, processes, and procedures to support Client compliance with Data Protection regulations and standards.
• Breach investigation and assessment, incident response initiatives and delivery of training & awareness activities for Clients.
• Supporting other teams in the completion of Data Protection Impact Assessments for business change and new technologies.
• Supporting Clients to integrate Data Protection systems and tools.

Skills and attributes for success

• Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in either providing privacy advice and consultancy or experience working in a data protection or privacy compliance role.
• Understanding of technology, information security, risk management and/or corporate governance.
• Consulting experience, including Project Management training.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyse complex information and identify key and relevant points.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Atleast 5 –10 years’ experience in a Data Protection or Privacy role.
• Relevant third level qualification (e.g. law, computer science, cybersecurity, information management, privacy engineering).
• CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, CDPO, Law Society or similar qualification (at least one required).

Ideally, you’ll also have

• ISO27001 (desirable)

What we look for

An ambitious Consultant to support client engagements of varying size, scope and complexity providing advice on Data Protection & Privacy. Someone who can draft plans and reports that concisely summarise the results of analysis undertaken. Strong collaboration skills are a necessity for this role.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching 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

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Discounted health insurance
• Bike to work Scheme
• Web Doctor – Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• Recognition Awards
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Hybrid Working
• Work Mobile
• Free Gym membership ·
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Travel Pass
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are – success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

Join us in building a better working world. That’s Why, EY.

Apply now.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.

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