Data Protection Manager

About the company

CGS International Securities Pte. Ltd. (CGS International) is an award-winning and market leading integrated financial services provider, ranked among the top securities houses in Asia.

CGS International taps on our wealth of global and ASEAN insights to offer equities trading, leveraged products, wealth management, investment banking, equities research, Shariah-compliant financing, fixed income, currency and commodities, structured products and prime brokerage services in over 15 countries and regions.

Along with its parent organisation China Galaxy Securities, a leading securities house in China, CGS International is trusted by more than 15 million customers globally.

Job Description

1) Data Protection and Privacy:

- Develop, implement, and maintain data protection policies and procedures in accordance with legal requirements and industry best practices.

- Ensure compliance with data protection laws and regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable frameworks.

- Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in data protection processes.

2) Data Governance:

- Collaborate with the Data Governance team to establish data management policies that align with organizational goals.

- Support the development and maintenance of a data governance framework, including data standards, policies, and procedures.

- Work to improve data quality and integrity across the organization.

3) Risk Management:

- Identify and assess data protection risks and develop mitigation strategies.

- Manage data breach incidents, including investigation, response, and reporting.

4) Training and Awareness:

- Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on data protection and privacy best practices.

- Foster a culture of data protection awareness throughout the organization.

5) Stakeholder Collaboration:

- Act as a point of contact for data protection queries and issues within the organization.

- Collaborate with IT, legal, compliance, and other relevant departments to ensure cohesive data protection strategies.

6) Reporting and Documentation:

- Prepare and present reports on data protection activities, risks, and compliance status to senior management.

Maintain comprehensive documentation of data protection policies, procedures, and compliance efforts.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of data protection regulations, excellent communication skills, and experience with data management tools
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) or similar certification is preferred.
• Preferably has experience working with cross-geographical teams
• 3-5 years in data protection, privacy, or a related field.
• Proactive
• Keen to learn
• Has an eye for detail
• Willing to share and collaborate