Deadline
07-11-2026
Location
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Details of the Organization
Smart HR Consultants is a boutique executive search firm focussed on Middle & Senior management hiring in India & Internationally. Our impeccable team has built the network and expertise over several years in executive search and senior-level experience across many other sectors.
We have consistently been acknowledged for our delivery standards, intuitive judgment, and unparalleled relationships with companies and talent in the space.
For over the past 5 years, our flagship practice has successfully engaged with and hired top global VC & Investment Banking, NBFCs, boutique financial firms.
Details of the Job/Internship
Data Privacy & Protection-Mumbai
This is a senior leadership role combining practice strategy, client engagement leadership, regulatory advisory, and team development. The ideal candidate will serve as the engagement partner on complex, multi-jurisdictional privacy mandates while carrying P&L responsibility for the practice.
Position: Senior Manager — Data Privacy & Protection
Location: Mumbai (Candidates must be based in Mumbai or willing to relocate)
Role and Responsibilities
- Own the Data Privacy practice P&L, including revenue, utilization, pipeline, and margin targets.
- Define and execute the service portfolio, covering DPDP Act advisory, GDPR compliance, HIPAA readiness, privacy-by-design, DPO-as-a-service, and DPIA/TIA frameworks.
- Lead complex, enterprise-wide privacy engagements and advise boards, CXOs, and legal teams on privacy strategy and regulatory exposure.
- Build and lead a high-performing team of Managers, Executives, and privacy specialists.
- Drive practice business development, lead proposal development, client pitches, and fee negotiations.
Must-Have Skills and Experience:
- 15-20 years of experience with a significant focus on data privacy, regulatory compliance, or privacy-focused legal advisory.
- Deep working knowledge of India's DPDP Act 2023 and a strong practical understanding of GDPR.
- Mandatory professional privacy certification such as CDPSE, CIPP/E, CIPM, or equivalent.
- Proven business development track record and P&L experience in a professional services or consulting environment.
- Professional qualification such as a Law degree (LLB), CA, or MBA.
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Eligibility
- 15-20 years in Data Privacy, Regulatory Compliance, or Legal/Advisory roles with a privacy focus
- Notice Period: Candidates who can join immediately or within 60 days preferred
Type of Opportunity
Full-time
Country
India
State
Maharashtra
City
Mumbai
Address
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Dates to Remember
Apply by 2026-11-07
How to Register?
Apply: https://in.linkedin.com/jobs/view/data-privacy-protection-mumbai-at-smart-hr-consultants-4475410475
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Once you apply, the next steps in the application process will be sent to you via e-mail.
