Hello, I'm JohnBosco Onyeme.
JohnBosco Onyeme is a seasoned Data Protection and Privacy professional with a Master’s degree in European and International Commercial Law (LLM, Distinction) and a CIPP/E certification. He has extensive experience advising government departments and private organisations on data protection compliance, privacy governance, and regulatory strategy. With a strong legal foundation and a practical approach to risk management, JohnBosco supports organisations in building robust privacy programmes that align with evolving laws and business objectives.
Details
- Location
- Years of Relevant Experience15-20years
- Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
- Highest Level of EducationMasters
Current / Most Recent Job Title
Advisory Lawyer, Data Protection & Digital Identity
Current / Most Recent Employment
Welcome to OnyemeJohnBosco.Com — Your Trusted Partner in Data Protection and Privacy Compliance At OnyemeJohnBosco.Com, we specialise in providing expert data protection and privacy consultancy services tailored to meet the needs of modern organisations. Founded by Johnbosco Onyeme, a seasoned Data Protection professional with a distinguished legal background (LLM with Distinction in European and International Commercial Law) and CIPP/E certification, our consultancy is dedicated to helping businesses, charities, and public bodies navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence. With years of experience advising both government and private sector clients, we offer practical, business-focused solutions across a wide range of areas, including GDPR compliance, privacy risk management, data protection impact assessments, training, policy development, and strategic advisory. Whether you’re looking to establish a strong privacy framework, respond to regulatory challenges, or build trust with your stakeholders, OnyemeJohnBosco.Com is here to support your journey to compliance and excellence.
Industry
Specific Jurisdictions That I'm Qualified In or Can Cover
Professional Membership / Certification
Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E)
Skills
Skills and Expertise JohnBosco Onyeme brings a wealth of experience and a distinctive blend of legal acumen and practical insight to the field of data protection and privacy. His key skills include: • Data Protection Compliance: Extensive experience implementing and managing GDPR and UK data protection obligations across public and private sector organisations. • Regulatory Advice: Skilled in interpreting and advising on data protection laws, international data transfers, ePrivacy, PECR, and emerging technologies including AI and automated decision-making. • Policy Development: Proficient in drafting and reviewing privacy notices, data protection policies, DPIAs, DSAR procedures, data sharing agreements, and records of processing activities (RoPAs). • Governance & Risk Management: Adept at building and maintaining privacy governance frameworks, conducting audits and gap analyses, and embedding privacy by design and default into business operations. • Training & Awareness: Experienced in delivering tailored data protection training and awareness programmes to senior leadership, staff, and stakeholders. • Incident Management: Competent in leading and advising on personal data breach management, risk assessment, and regulatory reporting. • Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to liaise effectively with legal teams, IT departments, vendors, regulators, and internal governance boards. • Strategic Advisory: Trusted advisor on privacy strategy, legal risk, and the alignment of compliance objectives with business goals. JohnBosco’s approach is solution-oriented, collaborative, and aligned with industry best practice — enabling clients to meet regulatory expectations while achieving
Areas of Professional Interest
Professional Areas of Interest JohnBosco Onyeme’s professional interests lie at the intersection of law, technology, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on: • Data Protection and Privacy Law: Passionate about helping organisations understand and comply with the UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and other global data protection regimes. • Privacy Governance and Strategy: Developing and implementing data protection frameworks that support ethical data use, accountability, and business integrity. • Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management: Advising on legal and regulatory risks relating to data processing, international data transfers, and cross-border compliance. • Data Subject Rights and Transparency: Promoting best practice in handling access requests, consent, and individual rights in line with legal obligations. • Emerging Technologies and AI Governance: Exploring the implications of AI, automated decision-making, and digital innovation for privacy, accountability, and fairness. • Training and Capacity Building: Educating stakeholders at all levels on data protection obligations, fostering a privacy-aware culture within organisations. • Charity and Public Sector Compliance: Supporting not-for-profit and public sector bodies in embedding data protection into service delivery, safeguarding, and governance. • Ethics and Digital Trust: Championing responsible data use and building trust in digital services through transparent, ethical data practices.