An established professional services organisation is hiring aData Protection Advisorto support the delivery of data protection and privacy compliance services across a diverse client base. The role focuses on providing practical, risk‑based advice, supporting ongoing compliance initiatives, and contributing to high‑quality project delivery. Reporting to a senior manager, the successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders across multiple engagements.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver data protection advisory and managed services, including privacy notices, briefing papers, consent materials, and reviews of policies and agreements.Conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), compliance audits, gap analyses, and data mapping exercises.Support broader data governance and regulatory compliance activities.Apply peer review processes and quality controls to ensure accuracy and consistency of outputs.Identify and manage risks and issues arising within client engagements.Support and manage client relationships, acting as a point of contact on assigned work.Prepare client reports, project plans, action trackers, and related documentation.Attend client meetings, workshops, and engagement activities as required.Contribute to written materials such as newsletters, briefings, and outreach content.Develop, review, and maintain data protection templates and documentation.Deliver assigned project tasks on time, coordinating inputs from other contributors where needed.Manage workload effectively, with awareness of timelines and delivery priorities.Qualifications and ExperiencePostgraduate qualification in law, data protection, information governance, or a related discipline and/or a recognised data protection certification (e.g. CIPP/E or equivalent).Minimum 3 years' experience in a data protection, privacy, or compliance role.Strong working knowledge of Irish, UK, and/or EU data protection legislation (including GDPR).Proven ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical organisational guidance.Experience managing multiple tasks and deadlines in a structured environment.Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client‑focused approach.PreferredExperience working in a consultancy or advisory environment.Experience drafting client‑facing content such as briefings or newsletters.Knowledge of data protection frameworks outside the EU.