Data Protection Privacy Lead

Data Protection Privacy Lead

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking. 

Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, we embrace progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth. 

As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatial expertise across Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, manufacturing, utilities, and natural‑environment projects through world‑class data capture, verification, and governance. 

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Data Privacy Lead for the EMEA region to oversee and manage data protection and privacy compliance across multiple jurisdictions. This role requires expertise in GDPR, as well as a strong understanding of regional data privacy laws and practices. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and implementing privacy strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting business operations with practical, risk-based advice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of data privacy strategies, policies and procedures across the EMEA region.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with GDPR and other applicable data protection laws.
• Act as a subject matter expert and advisor to business units on privacy-related matters.
• Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
• Manage and respond to data subject access requests (DSARs) and regulatory inquiries.
• Monitor changes in privacy legislation across EMEA and assess business impact.
• Collaborate with Legal, IT, HR, and security teams to embed privacy by design and default.
• Develop and deliver privacy training and awareness programs across the region.
• Maintain records of processing activities and oversee data mapping initiatives.
• Support incident response and breach notification processes in line with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Law, Compliance, Data Protection, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in data privacy, with a strong focus on GDPR.
• In-depth knowledge of EMEA data protection laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Professional certification preferred (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, or similar).
• Experience working in a multinational environment with cross-border data flows.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.

Preferred Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, pragmatic approach.
• Ability to translate complex legal requirements into actionable business practices.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.
• High integrity and commitment to ethical standards.

Benefits You Will Love

At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative team where your expertise makes a real impact. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your experience
• Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technology and industry‑leading tools
• Flexible working options designed to support work–life balance
• Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives
• Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our partnership with Woolpert
• Principal Programme: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information, see our EEO resources. 

Applicants requiring accommodation during recruitment may contact MGS.talentteam@woolpert.com

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