Organisation: CreativeEdge DataPrivacy Solutions Nigeria & United Kingdom
Location: Remote/Hybrid (Ibadan, Lagos & Abuja, Nigeria)
Engagement Type: Full-Time/Part-Time/Project-Based
Reporting To: Lead Consultant/Director.

 About CreativeEdge Data Privacy Solutions

CreativeEdge Data Privacy Solutions is a Nigerian & UK-based boutique consultancy delivering practical and business-friendly solutions across Privacy, Data Protection, Cybersecurity, Intellectual Property, AI Governance, and GRC. The firm combines legal expertise with governance and technical insight to help organisations stay compliant, secure, and future-ready while maintaining customer trust. Our mission is to make compliance a business enabler, providing scalable outsourced DPO services, governance frameworks, training, and strategic advisory to organisations globally.

 Role Overview

We are expanding our global consultancy network and seeking experienced Data Protection Officers / Privacy Consultants to support clients across multiple jurisdictions. You will act as a named or advisory External DPO, delivering pragmatic and commercially sound data protection solutions aligned with international regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Outsourced / External Data Protection Officer for client organisations.
• Advise on compliance with:
  • EU GDPR, UK GDPR & UK Data Protection Act 2018
  • Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 & General Application & Implementation Directive (GAID) 2025
  • US privacy frameworks (e.g. CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA where applicable)
  • Canadian privacy laws including PIPEDA
• Support clients with Data Protection & GDPR compliance, policies, audits, CAR and DPIAs.
• Implement and maintain governance, risk and compliance (GRC) frameworks.
• Provide AI Governance and emerging regulatory readiness advisory.
• Deliver cybersecurity and data breach response guidance.
• Manage data subject rights requests and regulatory communications.
• Support international data transfer compliance mechanisms.
• Deliver training sessions, executive briefings, and awareness programmes including paid training/conferences.
• Contribute to CreativeEdge’s tiered Outsourced DPO packages and tailored consultancy engagements.
• Monitor and advise on compliance with global data protection obligations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain data protection policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Conduct and oversee Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and risk assessments.
• Advise on lawful bases for processing, consent mechanisms, and international data transfers.
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, supervisory authorities, and data subjects.
• Manage and respond to data subject rights requests (DSARs) across jurisdictions.
• Oversee and coordinate personal data breach management, including regulatory notifications.
• Provide training and awareness programmes for staff and senior management.
• Review and negotiate data protection clauses in contracts, including data processing and data sharing agreements.
• Work closely with IT, compliance, HR, product, and legal teams to embed privacy by design and by default.
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments and emerging global privacy trends.
• Support clients with Compliance Audit Returns (CAR) in conjunction with our licensed DPCO.
• Design privacy frameworks for client organisations.
• Design training curriculum for both internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Data Protection Officer, Privacy Counsel, GRC Specialist or Senior Privacy Professional.
• Strong understanding of multinational data protection regimes.
• Demonstrated ability to provide independent and practical consultancy advice.
• Experience supporting SMEs, fintechs, AI-driven organisations, or regulated sectors.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and client-facing skills.
• Demonstrated experience handling cross-border data transfers and multinational compliance.
• Ability to work independently and advise senior stakeholders with confidence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and risk management skills.
• IT Skills: Privacy Tools & Software management, Cloud & IT Infrastructure Knowledge and PETs.

Desirable Qualifications

• Law Degree, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Compliance, IT Governance, or Information Security background.
• Certifications such as: CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPC/C, CIPM, CIPT, C-DPO, ISO 27001/27701 or equivalent GRC experience
• Experience delivering outsourced or fractional DPO services.
• Training delivery or board-level advisory experience.
• Experience working with regulators or acting as a named DPO.
• Experience in sectors such as technology, fintech, healthcare, financial services, or professional services.

Why Join CreativeEdge?

• Work with a future-focused consultancy delivering privacy, AI, and GRC solutions globally.
• Flexible consultancy structure and scalable retainer opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse sectors including fintech, healthcare, technology, and professional services.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative outsourced DPO service packages.
• Collaborative environment combining legal, technical, and governance expertise.
• Opportunity to work in a truly international role with global exposure.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive remuneration based on location and experience.
• Support for ongoing professional development and certifications.

How to Apply

Send your CV, professional profile, certifications, details of outsourced DPO engagements, consultancy experience, and salary expectations to: info@creativeedge-solutions.com before 20th March, 2026. Only selected candidates will be contacted.