Contract Counsel – Data Protection
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Position Overview
Location:
Singapore, Singapore 
Compensation:
S$9,000 - S$14,000/year
Position:
Mid
Type:
Job
Remote:
Hybrid
Posted:
Deadline:
May 19, 2026
Job Description
Contract Counsel – Data Protection
DBS Bank is seeking a Contract Counsel specialising in Data Protection to join its legal team at Marina Bay Financial Centre on a 12-month contract. You will advise on PDPA compliance, cross-border data transfers, and data governance across DBS's regional operations spanning 18 markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise business units on compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), including consent, notification, and data breach management obligations
- Review and negotiate data processing agreements, cross-border data transfer mechanisms, and vendor data protection clauses
- Support DBS's response to PDPC investigations, enforcement actions, and data breach notifications
- Advise on data localisation requirements across DBS's operating markets in ASEAN, Greater China, and India
- Develop internal data protection policies, guidelines, and training materials for business units
Requirements
- Admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore, or qualified in a common law jurisdiction
- 3–5 years of experience in data protection, privacy law, or technology law
- Knowledge of the PDPA, GDPR, and regional data protection laws across ASEAN
- CIPP/A or CIPM certification is preferred
- Experience in financial services or banking data protection is highly valued
Responsibilities
Contract Counsel – Data Protection
DBS Bank is seeking a Contract Counsel specialising in Data Protection to join its legal team at Marina Bay Financial Centre on a 12-month contract. You will advise on PDPA compliance, cross-border data transfers, and data governance across DBS's regional operations spanning 18 markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise business units on compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), including consent, notification, and data breach management obligations
- Review and negotiate data processing agreements, cross-border data transfer mechanisms, and vendor data protection clauses
- Support DBS's response to PDPC investigations, enforcement actions, and data breach notifications
- Advise on data localisation requirements across DBS's operating markets in ASEAN, Greater China, and India
- Develop internal data protection policies, guidelines, and training materials for business units
Requirements
- Admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore, or qualified in a common law jurisdiction
- 3–5 years of experience in data protection, privacy law, or technology law
- Knowledge of the PDPA, GDPR, and regional data protection laws across ASEAN
- CIPP/A or CIPM certification is preferred
- Experience in financial services or banking data protection is highly valued
Requirements
Legal education and relevant experience required
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
S$9,000 - S$14,000/year
Practice Area
General Legal
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: DBS Bank Hiring Team
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
