Data Protection Officer

Company Overview

AXA LIFE AND HEALTH REINSURANCE SOLUTIONS PTE LTD provides reinsurance support globally, offering risk transfer, product design, claims management, international hospital network access, and services to insured lives and insurer teams.

Job Summary

This six-month contract role serves as the designated Data Protection Officer (DPO) for ALHRS, managing data protection compliance and regulatory requirements to ensure organizational adherence and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated Data Protection Officer, ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws and regulations
• Develop, implement, and maintain data protection policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks to safeguard personal data
• Monitor and assess organizational compliance with data protection laws (e.g., PDPA, GDPR where applicable) and internal policies
• Conduct and review Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new or existing processes to identify and mitigate privacy risks
• Advise stakeholders on data protection obligations and best practices to support informed decision-making and compliance
• Oversee data breach management by leading investigations, reporting incidents, and coordinating remediation efforts
• Act as the primary liaison with regulators and authorities on data protection matters to ensure transparent communication
• Design and deliver awareness and training programs to foster a strong data protection and compliance culture across the organization
• Maintain accurate records of processing activities to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance
• Ensure effective data protection governance practices are embedded within organizational processes
• Review vendor and third-party agreements involving personal data to ensure compliance with data protection requirements

Required competencies and certifications

• Around 4 to 5 years’ experience in data privacy, compliance, or governance roles, preferably in data-intensive industries or risk functions
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of data protection laws and regulations, including PDPA in Singapore
• Experience conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments and managing data protection frameworks
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills to effectively manage compliance activities and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance initiatives

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Proven experience in data protection, compliance, legal, or risk management roles
• Strong knowledge of data protection laws and regulations (e.g., PDPA in Singapore)
• Experience in conducting DPIAs and managing data protection frameworks
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIPP, CIPM, DPO certification) are an advantage
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Able to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams