Privacy Counsel - MEA Region

دوام كامل في a Laimoon Verified Company في UAE
نُشرت يوم November 2, 2024

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Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Do you love taking on big challenges without precedent? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? As a part of our Legal group, you'll help uphold Apple's high ethical and corporate standards, as well as defend our intellectual property by providing legal support for all our products and businesses globally.As MEA Privacy Counsel you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and experienced team on privacy issues impacting Apple's business and products globally. You'll play an important part in upholding Apple's high ethical and corporate standards and in expanding Apple's services in the MEA region. You will work directly with business and engineering teams to design innovative privacy solutions for products as well as across the legal department on Apple activities and regulatory issues.DescriptionAt Apple, we are about creating great products. Part of making products great is designing products that respect consumer security and privacy. Apple is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and proactive (Senior) Privacy Counsel to join its team, focusing on privacy and data protection across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region with a particular focus on the Middle East. In this role, you will provide expert legal advice and strategic guidance on regional privacy and data protection laws, collaborating with Apple's global Privacy and Legal teams to ensure compliance with local requirements. You will monitor and evaluate evolving privacy regulations and political developments, advising on their potential impact on Apple's business. Additionally, you will engage with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders to advocate for Apple's interests and support its business operations by managing privacy risks in the region's unique regulatory environment.Minimum QualificationsMinimum of 4-6 years of experience in privacy, data protection, or technology law in a law firm, government, or in-house environment.Deep expertise and understanding of privacy laws and regulations across the Middle East and Africa, particularly in key jurisdictions in the Middle East such as UAE and KSA.Strong foundational background in GDPR and its implications for data protection practices globally.Bachelor of Law, J.D., LL.B, or equivalent legal degree.Preferred QualificationsA good basic understanding of emerging African privacy laws and their impact on data protection compliance.Proven ability to advise on complex regulatory and political issues impacting privacy and data protection in the MEA region.Experience working with government agencies, regulators, and other stakeholders in the Middle East.Experienced in handling privacy inquiries, complaints and incidents.Experience in privacy by design reviews and projects, doing data protection impact assessments (DPIA).Experience in setting up international data transfer frameworks.Strong business acumen and the ability to balance legal risks with business needs.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts to diverse audiences.Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.Experience working in a global organization, managing multiple stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

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