Tabby
Data Protection Manager
- Permanent
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
Job expiry date: 15/05/2026
Job overview
Date posted
31/03/2026
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Salary
SAR 20,000 - 30,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Manager
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
15/05/2026
Job description
The Data Protection Manager is responsible for leading the organizationās data protection and privacy strategy, ensuring compliance with Saudi PDPL and international privacy frameworks. The role involves implementing governance frameworks, managing regulatory engagement, and embedding a privacy-first culture across the organization.
Required skills
Data Protection & Privacy Governance
Saudi PDPL Compliance
GDPR & Global Privacy Regulations
Data Governance Frameworks
Privacy Risk Management
Data Breach Management
Privacy by Design & Default
Regulatory Compliance
Cross-border Data Transfer Compliance
Privacy Audits & Assessments
Stakeholder Management
Policy Development
Privacy Training & Awareness
Incident Response
Data Localization Requirements
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement enterprise-wide data protection framework
- Ensure compliance with PDPL, GDPR, and other global regulations
- Lead data governance initiatives including classification and retention policies
- Implement privacy-by-design principles across products and services
- Conduct privacy risk assessments and gap analyses
- Manage cross-border data transfer compliance and localization requirements
- Oversee data subject rights and privacy complaint management
- Lead data breach response and incident management programs
- Serve as primary contact with regulatory authorities including SDAIA
- Develop and deliver privacy training and awareness programs
- Monitor regulatory developments and advise senior leadership
- Collaborate with legal, IT, compliance, and business stakeholders
Experience & skills
- Strong knowledge of Saudi PDPL and global privacy regulations
- Several years of experience in data protection, privacy, or compliance roles
- Experience in regulated industries (FinTech, Banking, Healthcare, Technology)
- Experience leading enterprise-wide privacy programs
- Strong stakeholder and regulatory engagement experience
- Experience managing data breaches and incident response
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Fluent in Arabic and English