UNDERGRADUATE TRAINEE - DATA PRIVACY (OUTSOURCED)
Hatton National Bank PLC · Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Tailor my CV for this job — freeJob RoleAs a Graduate / Undergraduate Trainee in the field of Data Privacy, you will have the opportunity to learn and contribute to the protection of personal data and the implementation of privacy best practices across the organization. This role is designed for motivated Graduates / Undergraduates who are passionate about privacy, regulatory compliance, and responsible data handling. The Graduate / Undergraduate Trainee will work closely with experienced professionals, gain exposure to real-world privacy challenges, and develop practical skills in privacy governance and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in maintaining and improving the organization's Data Privacy Management Framework.Support privacy compliance activities in line with applicable data protection laws and regulations.Assist in conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).Participate in reviewing business processes to identify privacy risks and recommend mitigations.Assist in maintaining records of processing activities and data inventories.Support the investigation and documentation of privacy incidents and data breaches.Contribute to monitoring compliance with internal privacy policies, standards, and procedures.Assist in handling data subject requests, including access, correction, and deletion requests.Help review contracts, agreements, and third-party engagements for privacy requirements.Participate in awareness and training initiatives to promote a strong privacy culture.Assist in preparing privacy-related reports, dashboards, and compliance metrics.Conduct research on emerging privacy regulations, industry trends, and best practices.Support audits and assessments related to data protection and privacy compliance.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Legal, Compliance, Information Security, Risk, and Business Units.Assist in maintaining privacy documentation, policies, guidelines, and records.Support initiatives related to consent management and data lifecycle management.Help ensure personal data is collected, processed, stored, and shared in accordance with privacy requirements.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Data Privacy function.Perform other privacy-related duties and projects as assigned.Knowledge, Skills and ExperienceCurrently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Law or holding a degree in Data Privacy, Information Technology, Information Security, Cyber Security or a related field.Strong interest in Data Privacy, Data Protection, Governance, Risk, and Compliance.Basic understanding of data protection principles and privacy concepts.Familiarity with regulations such as GDPR, PDPA, or other privacy frameworks would be an added advantage.Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.By submitting your application, you acknowledge that the personal information provided will be collected, processed, and retained by the Bank for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the advertised position and for consideration for current and future employment opportunities, in accordance with applicable data protection laws and the Bank’s privacy policies.