Privacy and Data Protection Director

Location: India (preferably Bangalore)

Experience - 16+ yrs
Role dimension: The Wipro Privacy and AI Governance Team is a dynamic group committed to maintaining the highest standards in privacy, data protection, AI governance and ethics. We operate at the forefront of these critical fields, ensuring that our practices align with both legal standards and technological advancements. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as a Privacy and Data Protection Director.
Job Summary: As Privacy and Data Protection Director, you will play a pivotal role in embodying our privacy and data protection strategies across the organisation. Your expertise will be critical in elevating the organisation’s privacy maturity, providing timely expert advice, enhancing internal procedures, flows and practices, enhancing team capabilities through training, and refining internal processes. You will serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring that our operations are compliant with legal requirements while leveraging technology effectively. You will also lead on transforming our privacy operations through streamlining, automation and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Trusted Strategic Advisor:  Lead the elevation of organization’s privacy maturity and compliance posture, and act as the primary point of contact for privacy-related matters, providing expert guidance to various business units and stakeholders within the team and the wider organisation.

Operations enhancement and automation: Direct the review and operationalization of policies, processes to ensure they are current, relevant, and effective in evaluating privacy and AI related risks. Identify opportunities for streamlining and automating existing pathways.

Team Upskilling: Design and implement training programs that enhance the team's understanding of privacy and data protection, specifically within the context of artificial intelligence and new technologies.

Process Improvement: Analyse existing internal processes and procedures related to privacy and data governance, identifying areas for improvement and leading initiatives for upgrade and compliance.

Legal and Technology Integration: Serve as an innovative voice for the privacy function at the intersection of legal frameworks and technological developments, ensuring that our operations reflect both.

Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure privacy considerations are integrated into business strategies, product development, and operational practices.

Monitoring and Compliance: Lead the development and implementation of privacy compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with relevant regulations and frameworks.

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Qualifications:

• Proven experience in privacy and data protection roles in a senior capacity, whether as a privacy lawyer, head of privacy, senior risk professional or similar.
• Strong working knowledge of privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, PDPD and others relevant to our operational geographies.
• Experience in governance, risk management, and compliance within technology-driven environments, particularly relating to AI.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects effectively and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced degree in law, information management, security or a related field is preferred.

Why Join us?

At Wipro, you will be part of an innovative team at the forefront of privacy and AI governance. We value diversity, collaboration, and the growth of our employees. You will have the opportunity to impact how we approach privacy in a technologically evolving landscape, establishing standards that not only comply with regulations but also inspire trust in our clients and partners.

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