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About UOB
United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.
Job Description
Support the Data Protection Office in defining and operationalising the strategy and objectives for personal data governance across the Group. Your main responsibilities are to:
- Actively participate in the development, review, enhancement and communication of data protection policies, processes and practices, in line with the Bank’s business objectives and best practices in order to ensure compliance with data privacy laws in Singapore and other Group locations
- Carry out data privacy impact assessments; manage data inventory
- Support enterprise-wide and Group-wide initiatives to embed personal data privacy considerations in business and operational processes; identify and address evolving risks
- Oversee data governance reviews and control assessments, to ensure adherence to enterprise data privacy standards
- Collaborate with key stakeholders on compliance, regulatory, internal and external audit assessments, and follow up on mitigating actions
- Conduct staff briefings on personal data protection matters
- Provide guidance on management of data incidents or privacy complaints and undertake reporting as necessary
Requirements
- Background in data governance, data privacy, risk management, consultancy or compliance, with at least 5 years of working experience
- Experience in financial institutions or MNC preferred
- Knowledge of personal data laws and regulations in Singapore; experience in navigating privacy laws in other ASEAN countries would be an advantage
- Possess an awareness of how data is captured, stored, integrated and consumed in applications/systems; able to understand operational, business and data processes, controls and risk environment
- Strong project management and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage and manage different stakeholders across the Bank
- Team player who possesses drive, confidence, analytical skills and an eye for details
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to design, prepare and maintain presentations, reports and records
Additional Requirements
Be a Part of the UOB Family
UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.
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