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What You’ll Do
The Global Data Protection Senior Director collaborates with global and local management, Legal, InfoSec, HR, IT, and other functions to develop and coordinate an organization‑wide privacy programme. In a matrix organization, the role works on initiatives such as GDPR readiness, CCPA awareness, mandatory data privacy trainings, and advises internal teams. Activities span BCG’s global and local businesses in all markets, and the director leads awareness and adoption of data privacy policies for Business Services and Consulting Teams. The role also coordinates all operational work of BCG’s Data Protection Office.
In This Role, You Will
- Collaborate with internal Legal, Risk and Information Security teams to develop, implement and drive data privacy initiatives; initiate and lead programs and initiatives to identify and address gaps related to the processing of personal data.
- Shape and drive data protection compliance measures, decide on priorities and obtain buy‑in from business leaders.
- Prepare and provide reports on key operational parameters related to the operation of the Data Protection Office.
- Ensure data protection processes and procedures are established and adhered to on a global, regional and local basis.
- Advise functions, offices and alternative business units (ABMs) on questions concerning data protection.
- Proactively update policies, procedures and strategies related to the collection and use of personal data.
- Support functions and case teams around data management and privacy issues, highlighting to key stakeholders the necessity of adhering to internal and client data handling obligations.
- Promote a conscious and mindful personal data culture through training and awareness.
You’re Good At
- Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges.
- Projecting authority and engaging with senior business leaders.
- Proven ability to proactively drive projects and manage multiple priorities under time pressure.
- Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships and work effectively at all levels.
- Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.
- Project confidence and trust.
- Forward‑looking with a holistic approach.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal; high EQ and excellent active listening skills.
- Solid presentation and language skills, both spoken and written.
- Ability to present and talk in front of audiences.
- Fluent in English and ideally another language (preferably German).
- Project and program management experience and ability to develop and execute a rollout plan.
- Ability to find pragmatic and creative solutions to business issues and provide concise, business‑focused advice.
- Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively with and through others.
What You’ll Bring
- A minimum of seven years working experience in data protection roles in an international environment, with a total minimum of twelve years of professional experience.
- People management experience.
- Proven successful track record of leading data protection issues.
- Robust prior experience in a similar geographical or functional role within a multinational organisation.
- Strong experience providing matrix leadership, demonstrating ability to deliver on a range of data protection and privacy initiatives.
- Working knowledge of the EU GDPR, Brazilian LGPD, Californian CCPA, Chinese security and privacy laws and privacy laws in other key markets.
- Privacy certification (e.g., CIPP, CIPM or similar) is a plus.
- Excellent academic credentials.
- Integrity and high professional ethics.
Who You’ll Work With
- BCG Leadership.
- Global and Regional Risk and Technology Teams.
Additional Info
Applications will be accepted until 30 April 2026. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications in advance of this date.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
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