Global Data Protection Officer

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Our team, spread across the globe, is responsible for ensuring an independent and integrated oversight of the Global Privacy Program for Franklin Templeton. The function identifies, monitors, and reports Privacy issues and potential improvements, ensuring compliance with local regulations and internal policies. We are reporting to Global Compliance Department, participate in governance committees, and oversee companies' strategies, including Merger and Acquisitions and business opening in new countries. The team leverages global resources and specialized tools to deliver a comprehensive, state of the art, privacy program.

The Senior Data Protection Officer supports the implementation of the Global Privacy Program within their region for a period of 12 months. Reporting to the Global Head of DPO and to the Chief Privacy Officer (CPO), working closely with other DPOs around the globe, the Senior DPO is the "eyes and ears" of the Global Privacy Office (GPO), actively working with key business contacts to reduce risk and demonstrate compliance with all matters relating to data protection and privacy.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage common mailbox and other communication means – communicate with data subjects for completion of rights requests

• Connect with Data Protection Regulators (potentially leading to be appointed as DPO for some entities)

• Maintain GPO SharePoint site and resources

• Write, edit, and maintain GPO policy and procedure documentation

• Support Head of DPOs/CPO in preparation for attending various committees and attend as needed

• Participate in business-line meetings and committees and give practical implementation advice and guidance to establish goals and requirements

• Draft advice and/or guidance on how best practices and local requirements achieve Privacy by Design or other program requirements for DPO or CPO review

• Respond to business inquiries regarding data protection and privacy requirements

• Coordinate required changes to the ROPA with the business to maintain accurate records

• Generate reporting and annual ROPA extracts for regional entities' Board approvals as necessary

• Manage the ROPA template and coordinate necessary updates with regional GPO counterparts to ensure a globally-acceptable template

• Manage regional DPIAs ensuring completion and accuracy, challenging content to ensure quality improvements as applicable

• Manage and supervise yearly privacy reviews

• University Degree or equivalent experience in dealing with and influencing management.

• Proven work experience in the financial services industry with experience gained within Data Privacy.

• Basic Knowledge of governance and data management process, with understanding of data and technology

• Basic knowledge of regional data protection and data security laws and best market practices.

• Knowledge of the organization and operations of global cross-border asset management players

• Understanding of operational processes, risk assessment, project management, information technologies and data security

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; other languages such as Spanish are desirable but not required.

• CIPP or CIPP/US or CIPM Certification (or willingness to pass it)

• Basic understanding of concepts of fund management systems, including trading systems

Building teams with diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences has always been important to us. Fostering an inclusive culture where employees feel safe to share their opinions is not only beneficial for our people but also drives innovation and enables us to deliver better client outcomes. So, regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide you with tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help you excel in your career and personal life.

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 *Please note: the above benefits and their design & application will vary country-to-country. Also, the benefits offered to temporary employees can vary depending on the country. More information can be obtained when speaking with Franklin Templeton HR.

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, we welcome applicants with flexible working arrangements in their current roles or those seeking a flexible working pattern. We encourage you to communicate any preferences for flexible working so that we can consider this during our hiring process. Additionally, returners – individuals who have taken a break from work – are also encouraged to explore our job opportunities.

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