Regional Personal Data Specialist
HybridKuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Job Summary
Stay informed of relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices across all markets, including Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam. Provide expert guidance on data protection laws such as Singapore's Personal Data Protection Act, conduct personal data impact assessments, and develop the Group's Personal Data Management Plan. Support incident response for data breaches, collaborate with engineering and product teams to embed security practices, and monitor emerging threats. Act as the data protection officer for certain subsidiaries and serve as the primary contact for supervisory authorities. Provide training programs, support customer inquiries, and communicate risks to management.
Required Qualifications
- Deep understanding of data protection laws in our operating markets
- A personal data background with a minimum of 3 years of experience in personal data support, a DPO role, privacy consulting, or a similar operational setting
- Privacy Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPP/A, CIPM
- Experience in developing and maintaining a Personal Data Management Plan
- Customer support experience in a fast-paced and specialised environment with a keen eye for detail
- Ability to assess risk and impact from a privacy and data protection perspective
- Ability to work in a very fast-paced environment
- Ability to identify opportunities to improve processes and policies at scale and communicate emerging risks to management and cross-functional partners
- Experience in risk assessment and mitigation within a personal data and cybersecurity context
- Leadership & Project Management Skills: Able to lead others in the performance of assigned duties
- Experience in managing projects related to regulatory compliance, process improvement, or organisational change
- Business-Oriented: Interest in business operations and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Effective Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and explain legal concepts in plain language
- Growth Mindset: Eagerness to learn and develop skills in a fast-paced environment
- Self-starter Mindset: Takes Ownership, has a Bias for Action and never-ending obsession to excel in a lean and fast-paced organisation
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