Senior Associate- Data Protection
Location
Gurgaon | India
Job description
At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Job Title: Data Protection Senior Associate - Risk Management
At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. You will build your professional knowledge and credentials, learn how EY operates globally and work with some of the most senior partners. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
Our business is highly regulated and EY is a complex, matrixed organization. Managing risk is of paramount importance to our brand and reputation, and our Risk Management team works side-by-side with the business to do this. Our aim is to enable
responsible growth and that means working with the business to identify, monitor and manage risk, and consult and advise. Through oversight of key risk issues and processes related to Risk, Monitoring and Compliance we help maximize public trust and enable EY to responsibly provide excellent client service.
The opportunity
The opportunity is to be a Senior Associate within the GDS Risk Management - Data Protection team supporting Global Risk Management that, in collaboration with the legal team, manages the EY Data Protection program to ensure that EY and client data is used and protected in line with internal policy and external regulation to mitigate risk to the network.
Your key responsibilities
- Develop expertise in Data Protection functions and processes and interpret policies, recommend actions based on EY guidance and regulatory framework
- Ensure accuracy in reviewing and analyzing information.
- Engage with Senior Executives as needed (within and outside the organization) and present valuable insights.
- Supervision and Review of peer and subordinate work output and provide real time effective and constructive feedback while ensuring high-quality deliverables.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and streamline processes for increased efficiency.
- Collaborate with global teams and share insights and best practices to enhance cross locational integration.
- Manage risks associated with third parties (vendors) and collaborate on risk mitigation strategies.
- Maintain thorough documentation related to Data Protection requirements and processes and generate comprehensive risk reports as needed.
- Ensure adherence compliance with EY policies and regulations while maintaining thorough information about regulatory changes.
- Display proficiency in other programmatic areas such as Incident Management, Training and Awareness, ERM and policy/guidance to enable the business.
Skills and attributes for success
- Familiarity with operational aspects of a data protection program such as Third-Party Risk, Record of
- Processing Activities (RoPA), etc. and privacy regulations, particularly GDPR European union
- Exposure and understanding of data risk principles and application of data protection controls to protect confidential and personal data.
- Willingness to learn and understand EY’s Risk Management policies, with basic knowledge of Enterprise Risk
- Framework along with Risk and Compliance processes.
- Capacity to manage multiple tasks and activities efficiently, taking responsibility for specific outcomes.
- Basic knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
- Strong Research and communication skills, with effective written and oral presentation capabilities.
- Interest in collaborating with a culturally diverse team, contributing to program development, and sharing knowledge.
- Good relationship-building and interpersonal skills, fostering an inclusive approach.
- Team player with active listening skills and the ability to engage with and build upon the ideas of others.
To qualify for the role you must have
- University graduate with 3-5 years of experience. Consideration will be given to strong candidates with minimum 1-2 years of relevant Data Protection experience.
- Advanced MS office knowledge (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Candidates with people management / team handling experience would be preferred
- Candidates with exposure to client interaction would be preferred
- Candidates with a CIPP/E certification is preferred or willingness to obtain the qualification in first six months with team is expected.
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Ability to operate and flex in an ambiguous and changing environment to respond to emerging priorities
- Experience of working to deadlines and delivering high quality outputs
- Ability and willingness to periodically work flexibly e.g., participating in calls outside of standard office hours (early morning/late night) to support our global organization
What we look for
- We’re looking for an experienced, high energy individual who embraces change and innovation in order to ensure that we can continue to deliver world-class RM initiatives in an ever-changing environment.
What we offer
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
- Continuous learning : You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership : We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture : You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
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