Data Protection Officer (6 Months Contract / Financial Industry / $5K)

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking a Data Protection Officer to oversee compliance with PDPA and related privacy regulations. You will establish policies, monitor regulatory requirements, and guide internal teams on privacy risks and controls.

The role includes conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments, managing data breach responses, reviewing vendor contracts, maintaining processing records, and delivering awareness trainings to strengthen governance across the organization.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience in data privacy, data protection, compliance, or governance.
• Bachelor's degree in Law or related discipline; professional DPO qualification is an advantage.
• Good understanding of PDPA and applicable data protection legislation.
• Experience conducting DPIAs and implementing data protection policies and controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the appointed Data Protection Officer (DPO), overseeing compliance.
• Establish, implement, and review data protection policies and frameworks.
• Monitor compliance with PDPA, GDPR where relevant, and internal policies.
• Conduct and assess Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) to identify privacy risks.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on data protection requirements.
• Manage personal data breach incidents, including investigations and regulatory notifications.
• Serve as the key contact for regulatory authorities on data protection matters.
• Develop and conduct data protection awareness initiatives and training sessions.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of processing activities.
• Strengthen data protection governance by integrating controls into operations.
• Review contracts with vendors to ensure data protection safeguards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Bachelor's degree in Business

CIPP/CIPM or DPO qualification

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Act as the appointed Data Protection Officer (DPO), overseeing compliance with relevant data protection laws and regulatory requirements.
• Establish, implement, and regularly review data protection policies, procedures, and frameworks to ensure the proper handling and safeguarding of personal data.
• Monitor compliance with applicable privacy regulations, including Singapore’s PDPA and GDPR where relevant, as well as internal data protection policies.
• Conduct and assess Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) to identify potential privacy risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures for new and existing business processes.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on data protection requirements, privacy risks, and compliance best practices.
• Manage personal data breach incidents, including investigations, regulatory notifications where required, and follow-up remediation measures.
• Serve as the key point of contact for regulatory authorities and external agencies on data protection and privacy-related matters.
• Develop and conduct data protection awareness initiatives and training sessions to strengthen employees’ understanding of privacy obligations and compliance practices.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of personal data processing activities to support regulatory reviews, internal audits, and compliance assessments.
• Strengthen data protection governance by integrating appropriate controls and practices into business operations and organizational processes.
• Review contracts and agreements with vendors and third parties to ensure appropriate data protection obligations and safeguards are in place.

Requirements:

• 4–5 years of relevant experience in data privacy, data protection, compliance, or governance, preferably within data-intensive industries or risk-related functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or a related discipline. Professional certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, or a recognised DPO qualification would be an advantage.
• Good understanding of applicable data protection legislation and regulatory requirements, particularly Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).
• Practical experience in conducting DPIAs and implementing or managing data protection policies, controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders and manage compliance matters effectively.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement and drive data protection initiatives.