SENIOR PRIVACY SPECIALIST

CelcomDigi; Selangor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology and telecommunications company in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Privacy Specialist to manage privacy-related projects and ensure compliance with data protection laws. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of experience in data privacy, along with a relevant degree and certifications. Responsibilities include leading privacy initiatives, providing expert advice, and designing training programs. The role offers a dynamic work environment focused on data privacy best practices.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in data privacy, preferably in Tech or Telco.
• Proven experience in privacy compliance and policy development.
• Strong understanding of global and local data protection laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate privacy-related projects.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in data privacy.
• Implement and enhance Data Privacy Control Framework.
• Monitor developments in global and local data protection laws.
• Design and deliver privacy training programs.

Skills

Data privacy compliance

Project management

Regulatory analysis

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Degree in Law, Information Security, or IT

Professional certifications (CIPP, CIPM)

Job description

SENIOR PRIVACY SPECIALIST

Privacy Department | Senior Privacy Specialist

Division: Corporate Affairs

Reports to: Head of Privacy (Data Protection Officer)

Location: CelcomDigi Tower

As CelcomDigi evolves into a tech‑telco, the Privacy Specialist ensures robust, agile, future‑ready data privacy practices, drives compliance, and enables privacy‑by‑design across digital products.

Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead and coordinate privacy‑related projects, ensuring timely delivery, stakeholder alignment, and effective resource management.

Privacy Expertise & Advisory

• Serve as a subject matter expert in data privacy and personal data protection across business units.
• Provide strategic and operational guidance on privacy risks in emerging technologies.

Governance & Framework Implementation

• Implement, monitor, enhance and report on the company‑wide Data Privacy Control Framework.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and update policies and procedures.

Regulatory Intelligence & Research

• Monitor and analyze developments in global and local data protection laws.
• Translate regulatory changes into actionable insights for stakeholders.

Training & Awareness

• Design and deliver targeted privacy training programs in collaboration with HR Learning.
• Support embedding privacy‑by‑design principles into product development.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Collaborate with Legal, Cybersecurity, IT, Customer Experience to meet privacy requirements.
• Maintain relationships with external regulators, industry bodies, and partners.

Operational Support & Incident Response

• Support privacy impact assessments, breach investigations, and remediation efforts.
• Contribute to audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Education & Certification

• Degree in Law, Information Security, Information Technology, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Experience & Skills

• 5–7 years of experience in data privacy, preferably in Tech, Telco or regulated industries.
• Proven experience in privacy compliance, policy development, strategic planning, and project execution.
• Strong understanding of global and local data protection laws.

Digital & Analytical Competence

• Assess privacy risks in digital products, platforms, and services.
• Analytical mindset to simplify complex privacy issues.

Communication & Collaboration

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable in fast‑paced, cross‑functional environments.

Mindset & Adaptability

• Proactive, solutions‑oriented, and resilient in ambiguous situations.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic tech‑telco environment.

Next Steps

Thank you for considering CelcomDigi. After your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV and contact shortlisted candidates for a pre‑screening conversation, interviews, and assessments.

CelcomDigi is an equal opportunity employer, committed to transparent, objective, and fair employment practices.

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