RMS - US Data Protection Senior Associate (PIA) - EY GDS

Location: CABA

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Jul 17, 2026

Requisition ID: 1724694

Career Family Risk Management Services

Role Type US Data Protection (PIA, RoPA, VDD)

Role Rank 65

Current Rank: -

Location Buenos Aires

The opportunity

This role requires regular interaction with US Data Protection team on day‑to‑day basis to understand business requirements and deliver data protection solutions. The Senior Associate will lead compliance initiatives, manage privacy assessments, and ensure robust governance of Records of Processing Activities (ROPA), Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA), and Data Protection Vendor Due Diligence.

Your key responsibilities

- Expertise in Data Protection Regulations; stay ahead of regulatory changes and advise on strategic compliance improvements.
- Knowledge of US and integral privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, PDPL, DPDPA).
- Timely delivery of quality work and achieving the objectives set based on the determined process methodology which includes the PIA assessments, Vendor Due Diligence and ROPA related activities.
- Oversee the accurate and up‑to‑date documentation of data processing activities across teams, including collecting, validating, and updating processing activity records and ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws; draft the privacy notices and other related PIA documentation.
- Review PIA responses for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with privacy requirements.
- Efficient handling of communications and timely response to or escalation of inquiries.
- Collaborate with system owners and project teams to align privacy initiatives with organizational objectives,



gather missing information, follow up on action items, and track open tasks through completion.
- Collaborate on process gaps and lead initiatives for automation and process improvements; assist with preparation of metrics, dashboards, and periodic reports for leadership on PIA volume, processing timelines, and ROPA updates.
- Stay informed on emerging technologies and assess privacy implications.
- Proactively plan and prioritize daily tasks and keep the team informed of the status.

Skills and attributes for success

- Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving capabilities, with a focus on risk assessment and mitigation.
- Demonstrated analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex information, identify issues, and recommend next steps.
- Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) for stakeholder engagement.
- Familiarity with compliance and privacy assessment.
- Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Quality focus and attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing processes and tools.
- Collaborative mindset and leadership qualities.

To qualify for the role, you must have

- Fluent English (C1 or above).
- 3–5 years of experience in Data Risk,



Data Governance, Data Protection, Privacy, Compliance, Information Security, Technology Risk, Data Stewardship, or related areas.
- Experience supporting implementation of governance, compliance, risk management, or data protection activities.
- Experience working with stakeholders across different business, risk, and technology functions.
- Ability to coordinate activities, manage deliverables, and drive assigned responsibilities with limited supervision.

Ideally, you’ll also have

- Experience working in a global or matrix organization.
- Familiarity with data governance, privacy, information security, or regulatory compliance frameworks.
- Experience supporting process improvement, change management, or transformation initiatives.
- Exposure to client‑facing or stakeholder‑facing environments.
- IAPP certification (CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM) or similar qualifications.

What we look for

We are seeking a motivated and solutions‑oriented professional interested in data risk, governance, and data protection, eager to build expertise in this area. The ideal candidate combines analytical thinking, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. They should be comfortable managing responsibilities independently, contributing to problem‑solving discussions, preparing executive‑ready materials, and supporting implementation of data‑related initiatives. Success in this role requires curiosity, collaboration, attention to detail, and a practical approach to delivering solutions that help manage client data risks.

What we offer

📌 RMS - US Data Protection Senior Associate (PIA) - EY GDS (Buenos Aires)
🏢 EY
📍 Buenos Aires