Principal Privacy Consultant

About CRANIUM

CRANIUM is market leader in the Benelux specialised in Privacy, Security, and Data Management Consultancy. We combine IT-, legal-, and business knowledge to offer our clients comprehensive end-to-end solutions on both strategic and operational levels. Our goal? Help companies use their data in a compliant, secure and organised way.

What a day as a Principal Privacy Consultant looks like

• Develop and oversee comprehensive privacy programs for clients

• Provide expert, customized advice based on decisions of Belgian SA and regulatory updates

• Guide clients in embedding privacy by design/default principles into their processes

• Review and adapt client data processing activities to ensure compliance

• Conduct thorough privacy scans/audits and update roadmaps for continuous improvement

• Draft high-quality documents tailored for different stakeholders, from management to C-level

• Act as the lead for data breach incidents and promote awareness

• Identify opportunities to enhance client services and outcomes

• Maintain strong communication with regulatory bodies and represent CRANIUM with professionalism

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain privacy roadmaps and strategies

• Provide tailored regulatory advice and guidance based on legal developments

• Conduct and adapt DPIAs/TIAs as necessary

• Map data flows and establish data governance procedures

• Deliver privacy training and awareness initiatives

• Oversee third-party vendor assessments and enforce DPA compliance

• Lead incident response management for data breaches and develop response plans

• Create comprehensive documentation and reports, ensuring GDPR accountability

• Collaborate effectively with various stakeholders and departments

• Mentor and support less experienced colleagues

• Manage complex projects and ensure timely delivery

Who you are

• You’re passionate about digital law and excited about keeping up with emerging trends and technologies

• A creative problem-solver who thrives on finding innovative solutions

• Sociable, communicative, and a team player

• Eager to learn and develop new skills continuously

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Security, Data Science, or Criminology

• 6+ years of relevant experience in data protection

• DPO Certificate

• Ideally CIPP/E certified

• Strong knowledge of GDPR, Belgian data privacy laws, and relevant global standards/laws

• Knowledge of ISO 27001, 27701 is highly desirable

• Fluency in Dutch and English is required. Professional knowledge of French is considered a plus.

Why join us?

Join a fun and dynamic team where work-life balance and flexibility are a priority! We believe in fostering an enjoyable workplace that supports your professional and personal growth. Work alongside supportive, talented colleagues who are ready to collaborate and celebrate successes together. Enjoy generous benefits, a comprehensive support system, and a culture that values your well-being.

What's in it for you?

As a CRANIUM consultant, you are highly appreciated for your expertise and enthusiasm! Therefore, we offer you a generous compensation package , including:

• An attractive and competitive salary with a wide range of extra benefits;

• Flexible working arrangements , as we want you to build a successful career and deliver excellent customer service, without sacrificing your personal priorities. 

• A mobility budget fully adaptable to your lifestyle and personal needs, or a company car.

• Access to our internal CRANIUM Academy,  through which you can hone your people, consulting and topic skills continuously. With your yearly growth budget , you can follow any course provided by CRANIUM Campus , focus on your personal growth and achieve necessary certifications fit for your role within the organisation. 

• Support in Career Lifecycle:  Depending on your needs, you'll be supported through regular check-ins with your people manager to help you grow and feel confident in your role as consultant. 

• Stay Active & Healthy: De-stress in our office gym or bond with colleagues during a friendly padel match or yoga session. With our health partner, Alan, you also receive many additional health benefits such as easy access to a variety of health experts (psychologists, GPs,...) and the best health insurance on the market today. Your well-being is our priority.

• Ecocheques, meal vouchers, CLA90 bonus, Flex-Income Plan, group insurance ... you name it, we offer it