Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsTop market leaderAttractive benefits packageAbout Our ClientThe organisation operates in the insurance industry in Kuala Lumpur.Job DescriptionDevelop, review and maintain data privacy policies, standards and frameworks to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational obligations.Lead and implement a risk-based data protection program, embedding privacy-by-design principles across business processes, systems and operations.Provide strategic privacy risk advisory, oversee DPIAs, maintain processing activity records and manage the privacy risk register aligned to enterprise risk management practices.Conduct privacy compliance monitoring, control testing, audits, gap assessments and policy reviews to strengthen governance and risk controls.Serve as the primary point of contact for data subjects, managing privacy enquiries, complaints and requests relating to access, correction and consent withdrawal.Establish and manage personal data breach response processes, including investigation, documentation, regulatory reporting and remediation within required timelines.Oversee third-party and outsourcing privacy governance, including vendor due diligence, data processing agreements and contractual data protection requirements.Lead regulatory engagement, privacy reporting, training and awareness initiatives to foster a strong culture of data protection, accountability and compliance across the organization.The Successful ApplicantA successful Data Protection Officer, Principal should have:Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Information Security, or a related discipline, with professional privacy and data protection certifications preferred (e.g., CIPP/A, CIPM, CDPO, ISACA, IAPP).7 to 10 years of experience in compliance, legal, information security or related governance functions.Proven track record in data protection and privacy management, with at least 5 years in dedicated privacy-focused roles.Strong understanding of data protection regulations, including Act 709, and international privacy standards such as GDPR.Experience in the insurance or financial services sector, with sound knowledge of operational processes, data flows and third-party risk management.Familiarity with group-wide or multi-entity privacy governance, alongside a solid understanding of information technology and cybersecurity principles.Demonstrated integrity, independence and professional ethics, coupled with strong stakeholder management, communication, problem-solving and privacy awareness-building capabilities.What's on OfferPermanent employment contract.Attractive remuneration.Positive work culture.Apply to discuss this Data Protection Officer role in Kuala Lumpur.ContactEu Jinn TeoQuote job refJN-102026-7128347Phone number+60323024068Job summaryFunctionLegalSpecialisationInsurance - In HouseWhat is your area of specialisation?InsuranceLocationKuala LumpurContract TypePermanentConsultant nameEu Jinn TeoConsultant contact+60323024068Job ReferenceJN-102026-7128347
