Job Description

Company Description



The Data Protection Executive is responsible for establishing and sustaining the data protection system in Raffles Hotel Singapore.

Primary Responsibilities

• Acts as the primary point of contact within the organisation for colleagues, regulators and any relevant bodies on issues related to data protection.
• Ensures organisation\xe2\x80\x99s policy is in accordance with Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) and codes of practice.
• Evaluates the existing data protection framework and identifies areas of non or partial compliance, and rectifies any issues.
• Devises training plans, provides data protection advice and supports colleagues.
• Informs and advises the Data Controller or Data Processor on all matters related to data protection.
• Promotes a culture of data protection compliance across all units of the organisation.
• Provides expert advice and educates colleagues on important data compliance requirements.
• Drafts new and amends existing internal data protection policies, guidelines and procedures, in consultation with key stakeholders.
• Conducts training with colleagues across different business units who are involved in data handling or processing.
• Proactively conducts audits to ensure compliance and addresses potential issues.
• Maintains record of all data processing activities carried out by the organisation.
• Serves as the point of contact between the organisation and the data protection authorities.

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s university degree or equivalent.
• Experience working in data protection compliance or a related field, and within a legal, audit and/or risk function department preferred.
• Knowledge in Singapore data protection laws and practices including an in-depth understanding of the PDPA.
• Good knowledge of IT software such as Microsoft Office Suite, systems and network will be an advantage.
• Strong project management skills.
• Oral and written fluency in English, and ability to speak other languages will be an advantage.

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all levels of colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and has good initiative under dynamic environment.
• Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team.
• Service oriented with an eye for details and has an inquisitive mind.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Flexible and able to embrace and respond to change effectively.
• Self-motivated, energetic and work well under pressure.

• 5-day Work Week.
• Duty Meals are provided.
• Colleagues\xe2\x80\x99 Discount and/or Preferential Room Rates at worldwide Accor Hotels.
• Flexible Benefit \xe2\x80\x93 Dental/Optical/Vacation Expenses/Children\xe2\x80\x99s Education.
• Medical and Wellness Benefit.
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage.
• Local/Overseas Career Development & Growth Opportunities.
• Holistic Learning and Development Opportunities.

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