Data Privacy Lead

We are seeking a Lead in Data Privacy to provide guidance and support on data privacy matters to our Legal Department The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of data privacy regulations and the ability to implement them in a healthcare environment The Senior privacy manager in India and Metropolitan Asia is responsible for implementing and monitoring the privacy compliance program for all Company activities in the area of reference identifying privacy risks and developing policies and procedures training and controls to ensure the Company is operating in compliance with applicable privacy cybersecurity laws and internal policies In this role the person will actively advise business stakeholders and help implement all projects related activities of Company in the area of reference that involve privacy and cybersecurity considerations This includes acting as the Data protection officer where the law mandates in these markets and representing the Company towards relevant authorities in the event of data breach notification internal and external investigations and controls Core Responsibilities include Deploying a strategic Privacy Compliance Program to meet privacy and cybersecurity regulations in the area of reference For markets where directly responsible and where mandated by law acting as the Company data protection officer towards authorities responsible for implementing maintaining and monitoring privacy compliance programs adapted to specific privacy and cybersecurity regulations and company needs Responsible for implementing maintaining and monitoring privacy compliance programs adapted to specific privacy and cybersecurity regulations and company needs in the area of reference Monitoring any new regulations promoting Company position towards the authorities and making sure Company program and activities are adapted to comply at all times with such new regulations Providing Day to day base privacy by design support to deploy Company projects and digital engagement initiatives in compliance with privacy and cybersecurity regulations including drafting relevant documentation reviewing privacy provisions of contracts with partners and third parties assisting project owners in assessing and documenting privacy risks Deploying privacy cybersecurity Training and Communication plans to raise Leadership Team and stakeholders awareness and accountability Reviewing Incidents breaches and enforcement Processing complaints and implementing remediations related to personal information processing and leakages cybersecurity threats Providing timely advice to notify and report to local authorities data breaches Candidates with LLB degree to applyCandidates with corporate experience only to applyRequirements At least 10 years experience working in legal and or privacy legal field with consumer or FMCG background preferred Strong knowledge of the data protection privacy and cybersecurity requirements and sound knowledge of compliance management involving the collection use and processing of personal data in India and or Metropolitan Asia Experience with developing and implementing privacy programs policies and procedures in an environment that demands a sound understanding of the need to balance complex legal regulatory public policy issues Ability to positively influencing decisions and collaborate with business partners using discernment and partnership collaboration to assist the business to achieve its goals and objectives in accordance with Privacy Principles and Policies Demonstrates excellent business judgment ability to independently take decisions and develop solutions that generate value through partnerships while ensuring compliancePreferred Requirements Competencies Legal background and privacy expertise acquired in law firms or similar MNC Project management and stakeholder management skills Familiar with consumer technology social and digital advertising platforms Ability to work independently and effectively across all levels of a matrixed organization Able to demonstrate and drive high ethical legal compliance standards Ability to deal with ambiguity consider new business models and approaches and simplify issues for clients Excellent interpersonal and listening skills Ability to speak up present and actively participate in business and privacy related discussions Client is a large organization in the healthcare industry With a strong presence across India the company is committed to improving the overall health of the community They are known for their dedication to innovation quality and their employees A competitive salary range Comprehensive healthcare benefits Generous holiday leave A supportive and collaborative work culture Opportunities for continuous professional growth We invite all eligible candidates to apply for this exciting and challenging role in our Mumbai office This is a great opportunity to join a large organization in the healthcare industry and make a significant impact on our data privacy practices