Consultant – Data Privacy & AI Governance

We are looking for a Consultant – Data Privacy & AI Governance with 5–7 years of relevant experience to support the delivery and development of our Data Privacy and AI Governance service lines. The successful candidate will assist clients in strengthening their data protection frameworks, ensuring compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations, and preparing for emerging AI governance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Data Privacy Advisory

• Assist clients in complying with applicable data protection laws and regulations, including the Mauritius Data Protection Act and international privacy standards
• Support data protection audits, gap assessments, privacy framework reviews, and remediation exercises
• Prepare and review privacy policies, procedures, notices, registers, templates, and client deliverables
• Support the development and review of RoPOs, DPIAs, LIAs, TIAs, DSAR procedures, breach response procedures, and related documentation
• Conduct legal, regulatory, and practical research on data protection matters

AI Governance Advisory

• Support clients in identifying and managing privacy, compliance, and governance risks related to AI systems
• Assist in AI governance assessments, AI risk reviews, policy drafting, and the development of AI governance frameworks
• Conduct research on emerging AI laws, standards, frameworks, and international best practices
• Develop AI governance tools, checklists, templates, and training materials

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Law and Management, IT, Information Systems, or a related discipline; Master's degree preferred
• 5–7 years of experience in data protection, privacy, technology risk, compliance, IT governance, or regulatory advisory
• Relevant certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, AIGP, DPO certification, or equivalent are an advantage
• Practical experience in privacy audits, data protection assessments, policy drafting, DPIAs, RoPOs, and related advisory work
• Exposure to AI governance, responsible AI, information security, or technology regulation is an advantage