APAC Data Protection Officer

Avaloq Philippines Inc.; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Avaloq Philippines Inc. is seeking a Data Protection Officer to lead data privacy efforts for the Philippines and coordinate with global teams. The role focuses on drafting, updating, and managing global data protection processes and overseeing the records of processing activities.

You will manage global data protection projects, ensure compliance across the group, and collaborate with internal stakeholders while leveraging GDPR knowledge as a key advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree holder in Legal, Business management or similar programs.
• Data protection experience of at least five years certified.
• Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience in performing project work.
• Knowledge of GDPR regulation is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Performing the role of data protection officer for the Philippines.
• Drafting, updating and managing all (global) data protection processes and procedures for Avaloq.
• Initiating and managing global data protection projects.
• Managing data protection tools.
• Execution and controlling of annually repeating tasks of Group Data Protection.
• Managing the records of processing activities.

Skills

Data protection

English communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Legal/Business

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Company Description

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 170 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.

We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.

Job Description

Your key tasks

• Performing the role of data protection officer for the Philippines
• Drafting, updating and managing all (global) data protection processes and procedures for Avaloq
• Initiating and managing global data protection projects
• Managing data protection tools
• Execution and controlling of annually repeating tasks of Group Data Protection
• Managing the records of processing activities

Qualifications

• Candidate must be bachelor's degree holder in Legal, Business management or other similar programs
• Data protection experience of at least five (5) years certified
• Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience in performing project work
• Knowledge of GDPR regulation is a strong advantage

It would be a real bonus if you have

• Data protection certification (CIPP/CIPM)
• Experience in using and assessing AI tools

Additional Information

We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices.

In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self.

We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way.

Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.