Data Protection & Compliance Officer

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international group in Dubai is seeking an experienced professional to shape their data governance strategy. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in data protection and expertise in both UAE PDPL and UK GDPR frameworks. In this pivotal role, you will ensure compliance, develop governance frameworks, and lead training initiatives, contributing to a culture of compliance across the organization. This position offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Culture of innovation and professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in data protection, privacy, compliance, or information security.
• Expertise in UAE PDPL and UK GDPR frameworks.
• Familiarity with ISO27701 and ISO27001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data governance and protection frameworks aligned with UAE and UK laws.
• Monitor compliance with retention rules, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Define data ownership roles, classification models, and decision-making structures.
• Lead breach management and coordinate notifications with regulators.
• Deliver training and awareness programmes across the organisation.

Skills

data protection

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Information Security, or related field

Job description

Overview

This pivotal role ensures compliance with UAE PDPL, UK GDPR, and other data protection regulations. You will design and implement robust governance frameworks and oversee the full lifecycle of business-critical data. As the primary point of contact for data protection matters, you will advise on privacy-by-design, manage breaches, and lead training initiatives to embed compliance culture across the organisation.

Client Details

A leading international group committed to innovation and excellence in technology and services. The organisation values integrity, compliance, and data-driven decision-making to support its global operations.

Description

• Develop and maintain data governance and protection frameworks aligned with UAE and UK laws
• Monitor compliance with retention rules, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Define data ownership roles, classification models, and decision-making structures
• Lead breach management and coordinate notifications with regulators
• Deliver training and awareness programmes across the organisation

Profile

• Bachelor\'s degree or higher (Master\'s preferred) in Law, Information Security, or related field
• Minimum 10 years\' experience in data protection, privacy, compliance, or information security
• Expertise in UAE PDPL and UK GDPR frameworks
• Familiarity with ISO27701 and ISO27001 standards
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Job Offer

• Opportunity to shape data governance strategy for a global organisation
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package
• A culture of innovation and professional growth

Skills

• data protection