69 Data Privacy jobs in the Philippines

The purpose of this job is be responsible in ensuring that the company is compliant with the Data Privacy Act of 2012.

What You'll Do:

• Assist the Data Protection Officer or Sr. Data Privacy Officer maintain National Privacy Commission certifications and registrations
• Responsible for maintaining data privacy document archives and libraries
• Assist business units in the conduct of Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA) and Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIA), and use results to develop, formulate, recommend the appropriate organizational, physical and technical security measures, and update the company's privacy policies.
• Assist the Data Privacy Officer in reviewing and assessing third-party vendors/counterparties for privacy risks and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Work closely with the Data Privacy Officer and business units to ensure the organization is up-to-date on privacy requirements, identify areas of concern, develop the relevant solutions, provide management response, track progress, and drive actions to completion.
• Create and maintain training, communication and awareness materials on privacy and data protection.
• Investigate, evaluate, and resolve privacy related issues/complaints.

What You Need To Have

• Knowledge and experience in Data Privacy Law in any Banking/Financial and Telco industry.
• Understanding of data processing operations and data security requirements.
• Knowledge and experience in developing and assessing privacy policies and controls that minimize risk and ensure compliance.

What Can Set You Apart

• Experience working in Banking/Financing/FinTech companies
• Experience in doing gap analysis
• Experience in stakeholder management, project management, and process improvement

Job Perks You'll Enjoy

• Hybrid work set-up
• Permanent dayshift schedule
• Up to 20% variable performance-based bonus
• HMO on Day 1 / HMO with dependents
• Access to mental health coverage and wellness partners
• Wellness Leave and Birthday Leave benefits
• Internal Career Mobility
• Opportunity to work and train in our international offices

Empower Filipinos with innovative financial solutions at Home Credit Philippines. Click Apply Now and join a company where there are #NoSmallRoles and everyone is important.

At Home Credit Philippines, we believe that everyone has something special to offer. Our motto "No Small Roles, Everyone is Important" is at the heart of everything we do. We think diversity makes our company better and every job and person here plays a big part in our success.

We're all about creating a welcoming place where everyone feels valued for who they are. This means we make sure that everyone, no matter their background or what they look like, gets a fair chance at jobs, training, and promotions.

When it comes to hiring, everyone gets a fair look. It doesn't matter where you're from, what you believe, who you love, whether you have a disability, or any other or any other condition protected under Philippine laws. If you meet the job requirements, you have a chance to get the job.

Come join us at Home Credit, where diversity fuels our innovation. Here, there are #NoSmallRoles and #EveryoneisImportant.

#LI-IS1

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Information Security, Law, or related field
• Post-graduate studies in Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, or Compliance is an advantage
• At least 2–5 years' experience in data privacy, IT security, compliance, or risk management
• Hands-on exposure to data protection policies, risk assessments, and privacy impact assessments (PIAs)
• Familiarity with Philippine Data Privacy Act (RA and global standards (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.)
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and objectivity
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams (IT, HR, Legal, Operations)
• Willing to be assigned and report onsite in Mandaluyong City

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Key Responsibilities

Data Privacy Management

• Serve as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) as mandated by the National Privacy Commission (NPC) or assist the appointed DPO.
• Develop, implement, and update the company's Privacy Management Program, including privacy policies, notices, and consent forms.
• Monitor and audit personal data processing activities across departments to ensure lawful, fair, and transparent use of data.
• Evaluate privacy impact assessments (PIAs) for new systems, processes, and projects.
• Act as the primary contact for the NPC and data subjects on data privacy concerns, breach notifications, and related compliance matters.

Compliance & Risk Oversight

• Ensure company-wide compliance with local and international privacy regulations
• Identify, assess, and report data privacy risks; recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain records of data processing activities (ROPAs) and oversee third-party/vendor data privacy compliance.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct regular privacy and compliance training, workshops, and awareness campaigns for employees and contractors.
• Provide expert guidance to management and staff on privacy and data protection requirements.

Investigation & Reporting

• Lead internal investigations of data breaches or privacy incidents, ensuring prompt containment, documentation, and regulatory reporting.
• Prepare and submit periodic compliance reports to senior management and regulatory authorities.

Policy Development & Review

• Draft, review, and update policies, procedures, and contracts related to data privacy, information security, and compliance.
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, HR, and Operations to ensure that privacy requirements are integrated into business processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Management, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in data privacy, compliance, legal, or information security roles.
• Strong knowledge of the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012, NPC circulars, and familiarity with international standards (GDPR, ISO
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Preferably a Certified Data Privacy Officer or holder of relevant certifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CDPO).

Key Competencies

• Integrity and high ethical standards.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
• Strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills.
• Proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset.

• Strong knowledge of data protection laws and regulations, particularly the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Knowledge in the following:
• Compliance and Regulatory Affairs
• Data Protection Policies and Procedures
• Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA)
• Data Subject Rights Management
• Data Security and Incident Management
• Training and Awareness
• Audits and Monitoring
• Documentation and Record-Keeping

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in law, Business, Finance, Accounting or related field.
• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in Compliance
• Sound knowledge on Compliance practices, standards and regulations such as Data Privacy Act of 2012
• Direct experience in managing interactions with regulators including Securities and Exchange Commission, and National Privacy Commission
• Good knowledge on Compliance practices, standards and regulations such as Data Privacy Act of 2012
• Direct experience in managing interactions with regulators including Securities and Exchange Commission, and National Privacy Commission.
• Good knowledge of business trends/ changes in legislation and regulation that impact Compliance practices.
• Good command of both spoken and written English.
• Perform the other duties and responsibility that maybe assigned from time to time.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

· Strong knowledge of data protection laws and regulations, particularly the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.

· Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

· Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

· Knowledge in the following:

o Compliance and Regulatory Affairs

o Data Protection Policies and Procedures

o Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA)

o Data Subject Rights Management

o Data Security and Incident Management

o Training and Awareness

o Audits and Monitoring

o Documentation and Record-Keeping

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in law, Business, Finance, Accounting or related field.

· At least 5-7 years of relevant experience in Compliance

· Sound knowledge on Compliance practices, standards and regulations such as Data Privacy Act of 2012

· Direct experience in managing interactions with regulators including Securities and Exchange Commission, and National Privacy Commission

· Good knowledge of business trends/ changes in legislation and regulation that impact Compliance practices

· Good command of both spoken and written English

·Other relevant tasks that may be required by the immediate supervisor.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

CORE PROFILE

The Senior Data Protection Engineer/Officer is responsible for supporting the implementation of the Data Privacy Program within the organization.

NATURE OF WORK

Performs the following to the assigned business units:

• Work alongside the Data Privacy team in the implementation of the company's Privacy Management Program.
• Support the conduct of privacy impact and vendor risk assessments.
• Contribute to the operationalization of privacy and data protection policies and standards.
• Work on addressing privacy alerts and issues in collaboration with the team.
• Collaborate with various product and business groups across the company, providing support and advice on privacy and security requirements.
• Collaborate with the Data Privacy team in setting the appropriate policies and procedures in terms of data privacy and protection.
• Aids the team in partnering with business, legal, and technical teams to ensure privacy is treated appropriately.
• Support the team in its privacy awareness efforts.

DISPLAYED SKILL MASTERY

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Data Protection Laws & Standards (Ph DPA of 2012, GDPR, ISO 27701, etc.)
• Privacy Risk Management
• Project Management
• Ability to comprehend and operationalize legal opinions and regulations
• Basic Information Security Knowledge

SOFT SKILLS

• Strong sense of integrity and identification with the mission.
• Strong team player.
• Ability to thrive on high operational tempo, and high stress environment.
• Strong written and oral communication
• Ability to provide on-the-job training and knowledge sharing to other members of the organization.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 2 years experience in the field of data privacy or information security

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

• BS or equivalent degree in CS, IT, IS or equivalent fields

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS

• CIPP/E or CIPP/A
• CIPM or CIPT
• DPO ACE
• Any Information Security Certification

The Opportunity:

You will be part of a global and multinational Global Information Security and Privacy team in a dynamic global business. You will play a crucial part in handling customer facing matters and addressing all privacy aspects directly related to OpenText's business, including customers, vendors, data subjects, and partners.

You will have experience with various compliance frameworks and industry certifications, be able to effectively interpret and communicate the privacy requirements to internal stakeholders and teams, and lead efforts to produce actionable plans to meet privacy regulations.  In this role, you will be involved in leading and sustaining the privacy compliance programs by working collaboratively with internal teams, SMEs, external customers, vendors, auditors, and other stakeholders.

You Are Great At:

• Manage and handle data subjects request received by OpenText
• Utilize a dedicated tool to track and monitor the progress of each request, ensuring adherence to legal timeframes and requirements
• Conduct research and analysis to provide accurate and timely responses to customer privacy questionnaires.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather the necessary information to respond to said customer questionnaires.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all data subject requests, questionnaire responses, and vendor assessments.
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives
• Stay updated on relevant privacy laws and regulations

What It Takes:

• 1-5 years of experience in a global organization
• Bachelor's degree in business, IT or related vocations; Privacy experience a plus
• Strong knowledge of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), other global privacy laws, and emerging legislation.
• Understanding of security controls, privacy, risk management framework and compliance models is a must.
• Industry standard certifications (CIPM, CIPP/E, CHPS, CIPM, CIPP, CISSP, CISA, CISM, ISSMP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, PMI) a plus.
• Good analytic, troubleshooting and problem solving
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work alone with minimal supervision effectively and efficiently
• Capable of working under pressure in a continually changing environment
• Is resourceful in knowing how to research problems and find information or documentation on related topics
• Ability to participate in key continuous improvement initiatives.
• Amenable to work fixed US hours (9PM-6AM) and hybrid set-up (3x a week RTO, every Tue-Thu).

Opentext - The Information Company
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.
At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

The Opportunity
You will be part of a global and multinational Global Information Security and Privacy team in a dynamic global business. You will play a crucial part in handling customer facing matters and addressing all privacy aspects directly related to OpenText's business, including customers, vendors, data subjects and partners.

You will have experience with various compliance frameworks and industry certifications, be able to effectively interpret and communicate the privacy requirements to internal stakeholders and teams, and lead efforts to produce actionable plans to meet privacy regulations. In this role, you will be involved in leading and sustaining the privacy compliance programs by working collaboratively with internal teams, SMEs, external customers, vendors, auditors, and other stakeholders.

You Are Great At

• Manage and handle data subjects request received by OpenText
• Utilize a dedicated tool to track and monitor the progress of each request, ensuring adherence to legal timeframes and requirements
• Conduct research and analysis to provide accurate and timely responses to customer privacy questionnaires.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather the necessary information to respond to said customer questionnaires.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all data subject requests, questionnaire responses, and vendor assessments.
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives
• Stay updated on relevant privacy laws and regulations

What It Takes

• 1-5 years of experience in a global organization
• Bachelor's degree in business, IT or related vocations; Privacy experience a plus
• Strong knowledge of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), other global privacy laws, and emerging legislation.
• Understanding of security controls, privacy, risk management framework and compliance models is a must.
• Industry standard certifications (CIPM, CIPP/E, CHPS, CIPM, CIPP, CISSP, CISA, CISM, ISSMP, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, PMI) a plus.
• Good analytic, troubleshooting and problem solving
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work alone with minimal supervision effectively and efficiently
• Capable of working under pressure in a continually changing environment
• Is resourceful in knowing how to research problems and find information or documentation on related topics
• Ability to participate in key continuous improvement initiatives.

OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.

We are currently seeking a Data Privacy Associate to join our Risk & Compliance team. This role is integral to ensuring our organization remains compliant with applicable data protection laws and implements best practices in privacy governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1.Support the implementation and maintenance of privacy frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, GLBA)
• 1. Assist with privacy impact assessments, data inventories, and risk analyses .
• 1. Monitor and report on changes in global privacy regulations
• 1. Collaborate with legal, IT, cybersecurity, and business teams to embed privacy into operations.
• 1. Help develop and deliver internal privacy training and awareness initiatives

Job Qualifications

• Graduate of any related course.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in data privacy, compliance, or legal/regulatory functions
• Analytical and good communication skills
• High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to details

Interested applicants may also send your CV at

Use the SUBJECT FORMAT "Name_Position" (Ex. Angelika_Data Privacy Associate")

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid training
• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• Amenable to work at Ortigas Pasig City?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Data Privacy: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person