Senior Privacy Specialist

Abous Us

At Davy, it’s the unique talents of all our people that have been the foundations of our success for 100 years. As we continue to grow, so do you. Because you are not just part of our team – you are a key player in shaping our future.   

At Davy, you are the difference.    

Established in 1926, the Davy Group sits at the heart of wealth and capital in Ireland, providing a broad range of services to high-net-worth individuals, self-directed investors, small-to-medium enterprises, credit unions, corporations, and domestic & international institutional investors.   

Our culture is shaped around three values, which are at the heart of everything we do: client success, one Davy, and building a proud legacy. Sharing the same goals, we work together to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients. As part of a team of over 900, you will be encouraged to learn and to grow, both professionally and personally.   

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Privacy Specialist to join our Data & Analytics team. In the role, the successful candidate will:

Privacy by Design & Default

• Embed Privacy by Design & Default principles into change, transformation, digital, data, and AI initiatives.
• Partner with Business Leads, Process Owners, Product Owners, Technology and Data teams to identify and manage privacy risks from inception through implementation.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing practical and commercially balanced guidance on privacy obligations and risk management.
• Support project teams in designing and implementing privacy-compliant processes, systems, and controls

Privacy Risk Assessment & Governance

• Lead and facilitate Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs), and other privacy risk assessments where required.
• Identify privacy and data protection risks and work with stakeholders to develop appropriate mitigation plans.
• Ensure privacy risks, decisions, and mitigation actions are appropriately documented, approved, tracked, and implemented prior to go-live.
• Support procurement and vendor due diligence activities by assessing privacy and data protection risks associated with new suppliers, technology platforms, and AI solutions
• Support the maintenance and governance of Records of Processing Activities (RoPAs).
• Escalate significant privacy risks through appropriate governance and risk management forums.

AI & Emerging Technologies

• Provide privacy guidance on AI ensuring compliance with the GDPR
• Support the implementation of AI governance and risk management frameworks in line with the EU AI Act.
• Review AI use cases involving personal data and contribute to relevant risk assessments and governance processes.

Stakeholder Engagement & Culture

• Develop strong working relationships across the organisation to promote privacy awareness and accountability.
• Promote a culture, where privacy, client trust, ethical data use, and responsible innovation are embedded into decision-making.

• Deliver targeted privacy training and educational initiatives for colleagues involved in transformation, technology, data, and AI programmes.
• Maintain currency with Privacy and AI regulations and technological advancements 

About You

We are looking for someone with the following background and skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the GDPR and broader privacy regulatory requirements.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in privacy, data protection, data governance, compliance, risk, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience embedding the GDPR and Privacy by Design & Default principles within business processes, technology solutions, and transformation programmes.
• Experience working within a regulated environment, ideally Financial Services, Wealth Management, Banking, or Asset Management.
• Demonstrable understanding of AI risk management, and the EU AI Act.
• Ability to assess technical and operational controls and translate regulatory requirements into practical business solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulatory concepts clearly to non-specialists.
• Highly analytical with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to influence outcomes and challenge constructively where necessary.
• Proactive, collaborative, and capable of working independently and managing ambiguity in a fast-paced agile environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Professional privacy certification such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, AIGP, or equivalent is advantageous

What we offer  

At Davy, our people are our biggest investment. In today’s fast-moving world, we know it’s important to feel secure and empowered. That’s why Davy benefits support you through all of life’s stages, offering health and wellness, flexible working options, flexible benefits allowance, learning and development opportunities, through to assisted retirement planning.    

Health and Wellbeing   

Psychological safety, emotional wellbeing and support are a priority at Davy. We offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and mental health first aid. Our Sports & Social teams promote physical wellbeing and social connection.   

Reward and Recognition   

We offer a competitive remuneration package to include salary, bonus, pension and a host of additional benefits to protect you and your family when it matters most.   

Growth and Development   

Our award-winning L&D function supports you and your growth at Davy. We offer a comprehensive range of professional and personal development opportunities. Our culture supports learning, and we encourage you to explore more at Davy.   

Positive Workplace   

Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and offers everyone a sense of belonging. We are flexible and continue to support a hybrid working model. You will get to be your best at Davy.   

Values and Culture   

Exceptional client outcomes delivered by a world class team, underpinned by our core Davy values – One Team, Client Success, and Proud Legacy.    

Important Information  

The position set out above is defined in the Fitness & Probity Standards issued by the Central Bank of Ireland as a “Controlled Function (CF)”, namely CF3, CF4. The role is also subject to the Minimum Competency Code and therefore there is a requirement to hold, or be willing to take the QFA exams. In compliance with the Fitness and Probity Standards applicable to your position, any offer of employment is conditional upon you demonstrating that you meet the Fitness & Probity Standards. 

Davy is an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We value diversity in both background and experience, and even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. We review all applications received. As part of our commitment to creating an accessible environment, we want to ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in the interview process. If you require any reasonable accommodations, please let us know, and we will do our best to make the necessary arrangements.   

Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland.  

Where agency assistance is required, our Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to us by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.  

Davy Group is a member of the Bank of Ireland Group.