Data Privacy

Job Summary:

As the Data Privacy, at group level, you will lead the organization in developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust data privacy and protection framework. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable privacy laws, regulations, and industry standards. This role involves strategizing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive data privacy initiatives to safeguard sensitive information and promote a culture of privacy within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Developed and Implemented Data Privacy Strategy:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive data privacy strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Stay abreast of evolving privacy laws and industry best practices to ensure continuous compliance.

2. Compliance Management:

• Monitor, interpret, and ensure adherence to data protection laws, regulations, and standards.
• Conduct regular privacy impact assessments and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential privacy risks.

3. Policy Development and Implementation:

• Create and enforce data privacy policies and procedures across the organization.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to update policies based on changes in regulations.

4. Educational Initiatives:

• Provide ongoing privacy training to employees at all levels to enhance awareness and understanding.
• Foster a privacy-aware culture through communication and training programs.

5. Incident Response:

• Develop and maintain an effective incident response plan for data breaches or privacy incidents.
• Lead investigations, coordinate responses, and ensure timely reporting to relevant authorities.

6. Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with IT, legal, compliance, and other departments to integrate privacy considerations into business processes and systems.
• Collaborate with external partners to ensure third-party data processing aligns with privacy standards.

7. Privacy by Design:

• Promote and facilitate the incorporation of privacy principles into the development of new products, services, and systems.

8. Audit and Monitoring:

• Conduct regular privacy audits to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Implement monitoring mechanisms to track and report on privacy-related metrics.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors or advanced degree in a related field (e.g., law, information security, or privacy).
• Professional certification in privacy (e.g., CIPP) is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in a senior data privacy or compliance role, preferably in a complex organizational setting.
• In-depth knowledge of global privacy laws and regulations.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to balance business objectives with privacy requirements.
• Proficient in collaborating across diverse teams, Businesses and functions.
• Detail-oriented and capable of handling sensitive information with discretion.