Data Privacy Consultant - Saudi National - 2-Year Engagement

Location: Riyadh, KSA.

Years of Experience: a minimum of 3 years of experience in data privacy and protection.

Project Duration: 2 years.

Working Arrangement: on-site.

Language Requirements: Fluency in Arabic & English (written and spoken).

Nationalities: Saudi nationals.

We are seeking a Data Privacy Consultant (Saudi National) for a 2-year engagement to support the implementation and monitoring of data privacy and protection practices across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in data privacy and protection, with a solid understanding of the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and international privacy frameworks. This role will play a key part in ensuring regulatory alignment and fostering a culture of privacy by design.

Key Qualifications

• Saudi National (mandatory).
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in data privacy and protection.
• Proven experience in implementing privacy controls, managing compliance programs, and conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Strong understanding of the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as:
• CIPP (Certified Information Privacy Professional)
• CIPM (Certified Information Privacy Manager)
• Or other relevant privacy or data protection credentials.
  

Other Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret legal/regulatory language.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving and process improvement capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Privacy Program Support
• Assist in implementing and maintaining the organization's data privacy and protection program.
• Support the development and enforcement of privacy policies, procedures, and standards.
• Compliance Monitoring & DPIAs
• Conduct or support Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs).
• Monitor ongoing compliance with PDPL and internal data privacy requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with legal, IT, HR, and business units to ensure privacy requirements are embedded in processes and systems.
• Support internal awareness initiatives and training on privacy best practices.
• Risk Management & Incident Support
• Identify privacy risks and contribute to mitigation planning.
• Assist in managing and documenting data breaches or incidents in coordination with internal teams.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Maintain accurate records of processing activities, consent, and access requests.
• Prepare reports and updates for internal privacy governance committees and external regulators as needed.
  
  

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to shaping a strong privacy culture and ensure regulatory readiness in alignment with the Saudi PDPL. If you're a passionate Saudi professional looking to grow in the field of data privacy, we encourage you to apply.