Associate Privacy Consultant | Helios Salinger

About Helios Salinger

Your trusted partner in a data-driven world.

Helios Salinger are GRC specialists in privacy, AI and data governance, offering expert consulting advice, training and resources. As part of Source and the HPX Group, we’re connected to a broader network of legal, governance, risk and compliance professionals who deliver smarter, tailored in-house style services.

Established as Salinger Privacy in 2004, our clients come from Government, the not-for-profit sector and businesses across Australia. In 2024 we joined Helios to form Helios Salinger, combining decades of privacy expertise with a broader suite of governance and risk advisory services.

Find out more about what we do at www.heliossalinger.com.au.

Key Duties

Consulting Support and Project Delivery

• Support the delivery of privacy consulting engagements, including Privacy Impact Assessments, privacy reviews, audits and other client projects.
• Conduct research into privacy law, regulation, AI governance, data governance and emerging technology issues.
• Assist with the preparation of client reports, presentations, briefing materials and other consulting deliverables.
• Support project coordination, documentation and quality assurance activities.
• Monitor legislative and industry developments and provide insights to support client advice and consulting projects.

Resources, Training and Content Development

• Support the development and maintenance of privacy resources, templates, training materials and practical guidance tools.
• Research and contribute to thought leadership content, including articles, newsletters, guides and client communications.
• Assist with the development of training materials, presentations and educational resources.
• Maintain knowledge resources and support the team in keeping content current and aligned with regulatory developments.

Client Engagement and Professional Development

• Build strong working relationships with consultants, clients and stakeholders across Helios Salinger and the broader Source business.
• Communicate effectively with team members to support project delivery, priorities and outcomes.
• Develop privacy consulting capability through coaching, professional development and exposure to a broad range of client engagements.
• Build expertise in privacy law, risk assessment methodologies, AI governance and emerging technology issues.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in law, public policy, governance, business, information management or a related discipline.
• A keen interest in privacy, data governance, artificial intelligence regulation and emerging technologies.
• A working knowledge of Australian privacy law, and privacy management frameworks.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and accurate written materials.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Confidence working independently while seeking guidance when required.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• An IAPP certification or a willingness to pursue privacy-related professional qualifications.

Working With Us

This role offers flexibility to work from home with clients supported either remotely or on-site as required. While our clients are mostly based on the east coast, we welcome applications from across Australia.

How to Apply? 

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information.  

Accessibility and Inclusion   

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Agency submissions  

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