Intern - Data Protection Consulting Team

About Waystone  

Waystone is a leading asset-servicing solutions provider of institutional governance, administration, risk and compliance services to financial institutions. With over 25 years’ experience and a comprehensive range of specialist services to its name, Waystone helps our clients structure, operate and grow through our expertise, innovation and digitisation, backed by the operational scale to support global expansion

Summary:  To support the Data Protection Consulting team in the delivery of data protection services while developing practical experience in GDPR compliance, governance and advisory through supervised, hands-on client work and structured learning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the review of client data protection Policies and Information Notices
• Assist the data protection team in supporting clients in completion of ROPA (Records of Processing Activities), DPIA (Data Protection Impact Assessments) and TIA (Transfer Impact Assessments) and data protection baseline compliance assessments using tools such as the ICO Accountability Framework.
• Assist the data protection team in reviewing DSAR (Data Subject Access Requests)
• Assist the data protection team in carrying out Data Breach risk assessments
• Assist in reviewing data protection process including the use of tools such as OneTrust
• Support the team in delivering AI governance and responsible AI reviews
• Assist with Data Processor due diligence assessments for internal services providers and external clients.
• Support the preparation of quarterly draft reports and presentations on data protection compliance
• Assist in the preparation of data protection awareness training
• Assist the Waystone cyber team on data protection matters associated with cyber-security
• Assist and support Waystone’s data protection team in developing standardized templates
• Assist and support Waystone’s data protection team with core IT projects and tools
• Summarise key updates to European legislation, guidance and case studies monthly

REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Degree graduate in Law, Computing or related discipline or undertaking Masters programme with a focus on data protection
• Good knowledge of EU GDPR and other relevant data protection legislation.
• Familiarity with AI‑enabled tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude or similar generative AI systems) and an interest in their governance, privacy, and responsible use within organisations.
• Self motivated and eager to learn
• Willingness to undertake continuous professional education and further qualifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, AIGP
• Takes ownership and responsibility for own actions, performance, and development.
• Able to manage assigned tasks effectively under supervision.
• Demonstrates trustworthiness and understands the need for confidentiality.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to learn and use new tools and platforms such as OneTrust, Salesforce, Microsoft 365, and AI‑enabled productivity tools as required.
• Willingness to shadow senior team members on client engagements and internal meetings
• Good communication and report writing skills 

WORKING ARRANGEMENTS

This is a paid internship position. Duration – up to 1 year (minimum 6 months).

Hybrid working model with at least 50% on site at our HQ Office in Shelbourne Road, Dublin 4. However, arrangements will be flexible to accommodate attendance at lectures, periods of study, assignment submission, research, dissertations and exam taking.

Details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.