Lead Legal Counsel - Data Privacy, İstanbul | Koç Kariyerim

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At Arçelik, a trusted lifestyle solutions provider to the digital household, we are all for changing the world for better. We treat life of nature with respect. The starting point of our technology is sustainable development.We believe the diversity of our people is the driving force of our innovative culture. Each of our employees is unique and the quality of our products and services begin with the quality of our people. Our more than 40.000 employees around the world give power to our future.

Apply and let’s grow, respect, lead together.

What awaits you in this role?

We are looking for a passionate Lead Legal Counsel – Data Privacy  join our team at Legal & Compliance Directorate.

• You will provide direction and guidance to all teams on various complex data privacy projects,
• Conduct legal research and draft legal opinions on data privacy, 
• Support the implementation of Arçelik Global Privacy and Data Protection Compliance Program,
• Provide legal advice on various privacy and data protection issues, including compliance with the KVKK, GDPR  and data protection laws of other jurisdictions,
• Assist business units with understanding the Technical and Organizational Measures (TOMs),
• Implement and update privacy related procedures, best practices, and guidelines,
• Monitor changes in global Privacy & Data Protection laws and work with business to address these developments,
• Assist the Global Data Privacy Team in monitoring compliance with applicable laws and Arçelik Policies,
• Assist the Global Data Privacy Team in the event of regulatory audits, complaints and investigations,
• Provide advice on Records of Processing, Data Protection Impact Assessments and Transfer Impact Assessments.

The position is located in İstanbul, Sütlüce.

How do we describe the perfect match?

• Bachelor’s Degree in law,
• CIPPE and CIPPM qualifications are a plus,
• Multinational experience is desirable,
• A minimum of 5 years in the practice of law in a high-quality law firm or in-house environment, and be experienced legal professional with a full understanding of privacy and data protection legal issues (KVKK and GDPR),
• Strong analytical and advisory skills, including the ability to review and evaluate multi-faceted issues and counsel business colleagues on complex data privacy questions relating to various business matters,
• The ability to use creative problem-solving skills to resolve issues in a pragmatic and sound manner,
• Competence in coordination and organization issues,
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English,
• Flexible and open to new perspectives and diversity,
• A great team player with a self-initiative mindset,
• Being open to communication is always our priority.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, sex, color, national or social origin, ethnicity, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status or political opinion

By being one of the “People of Arçelik”;

• You can benefit from the perks of our hybrid working model and enjoy being part of an agile team.
• You’ll be a part of our “going global journey”.
• We will support you with the most appealing personal development opportunities to keep up your full potential. While at the same time, develop your skills and competencies for future technologies.
• Enjoy our high-quality home appliances with your employee discount.
• While working remotely, we got your back! We support you with portable modem and internet connection.
• Get the advantage of shopping and eating at discounted prices in various places using the Koç Ailem card.
• You will be able to enjoy the nature and the services in Koç Korusu. (KTSK)
• Chill out coffee places to pamper yourself at the office.
• Pick, choose and combine your side benefits with Flextra.
• You’ll get a chance to bring out the leader in you while working at the leading trusted lifestyle solutions provider.