Data privacy counsel philippinesMerck Group

Job Description
Work Your Magic with us!
Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.
Your role:
Reporting into the Head of Legal, Compliance and Data Privacy for Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, this role will provide legal advice and services which are concerned with the rights, obligations and privileges of the company. Ensures that the company meets its legal and statutory obligations and minimize risks through contracts.
Responsible for the effective implementation of the Data Privacy program defined in the global Data Privacy Management System (DPMS) in South-East Asia (SEA) across the company's three Business Sectors (Healthcare, Life Sciences and Electronics) and the company's shared services entity. This position will collaborate with business and functional colleagues at all levels to establish effective measures to reduce and handle the Company's risk related to Data Privacy (personal data). Provides comprehensive Data Privacy support and counselling on relevant topics to the respective business. This position will also provide legal support to the shared service entity on a needs basis.
Accountable for Data Privacy program implementation and awareness creation, for oversight and monitoring of Data Privacy related matters. Measures for ensuring business compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and company policies and procedures.
The key deliverables of a Data Privacy Officer are:
Provide timely, added-value and risk based business support and counselling to internal business stakeholders on relevant and critical Data Privacy matters, like e.g., data related projects and business initiatives, web shops, marketing activities, etc.
Implement the global Data Privacy Management System (DPMS) in your area of responsibility considering necessary local specifics like local industry norms, local laws and codes. Key deliverables amongst others: RoPA, Data Privacy assessments, Data Privacy reporting to local management, handling of data subject requests, hold defined critical Data Privacy trainings, etc.
Take appropriate measures to foster a strong Data Privacy awareness in area of responsibility and handle possible data breaches in collaboration with the Group Data Privacy Officer and CoE Data Privacy team.
Conduct educational and training programs that focus on the elements of the DPMS to create awareness of Data Privacy standards. Maintain Data Privacy awareness through on-going communication programs and initiatives.
Support the Data Privacy Center of Expertise (CoE) with best practice sharing and keeping oneself up to date with Data Privacy trends.
Assist with fostering and implementing relevant Data Privacy strategies and initiatives, as well as applicable policies and procedures, local industry norms, local laws, and codes.
Review global documents to develop, update and/or implement relevant local Data Privacy rules, standards, policies and procedures in accordance with Data Privacy global standards and local laws and codes on a periodical basis.
Who You Are:
Above bachelor's degree in law / related to law or Master of Business Administration or IT near education preferred
Minimum 5-6 years working experience with exposure to data privacy issues in the Philippines, SEA and the EU, in a multinational company or law firm
Familiarity with multinational corporate compliance and Data Privacy culture
Have profound knowledge in Philippine Data Privacy regulations and good knowledge in European GDPR legislation
Ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively across a diverse, highly-matrixed organization
Ability to think strategically, lead multiple initiatives simultaneously, and to work independently
Experienced in creating and/or implementing Data Privacy Programs in a multinational setting
Meaningful experience in registering and amending registration with National Privacy Commissions (or its equivalent)
Able to thrive in a proactive, values-driven culture in which Data Privacy and business objectives are mutually reinforcing
Strong motivation and ability to foster and develop a comprehensive Data Privacy program
Strong interpersonal and communication soft skills and training delivery capabilities
Working experience in pharma Life Science, or Eletronics industry will be a plus
Good oral and written English, other languages will be a plus
Other: Certification as data protection officer, e.g., CIPP is a plus, but can also be done on the job. Our company provides IAPP corporate membership, trainings, and examinations
What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!