Junior Data Protection Officer

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What are the ongoing responsibilities of a Junior Data Protection Officer?

The Junior Data Protection Officer supports the implementation of the Global Privacy Program within their region. Reporting to the Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) and working closely with the Data Protection Officer (DPO), the Junior 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.-
- 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 DPO/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- Serve as the first point of contact for the business in their day-to-day obligations and activities- 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

What qualifications, skills and experience would help someone to be successful?- University Degree or equivalent, experience in dealing with and influencing management.- Proven work experience in the financial services industry with an 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)- Excellent technical writing skills or equivalent experience writing well-organized and effective policies and procedures- Demonstrates highest ethical standards- Basic understanding of concepts of fund management systems, including trading systems
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