Data Privacy Intern

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• We want to empower you to turn your ambitions into achievements.
• We thrive in inclusiveness, diversity and embrace close collaborations for you to create impact for yourself and others.
• Together, we aim to bring the best of technology to help people, businesses and the nation to be ahead in a changing world.
• To realise our vision to become Malaysia’s leading converged solutions company, we are looking for a new talent to innovate and grow with us in a culture that values commitment, performance and possibilities.

Why does this job exist and why is it critical?​

Role Overview: 

Join Maxis as a Data Privacy Intern and immerse yourself in the critical field of data protection and compliance. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside our Data Privacy team, contributing to the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and guidelines that uphold our commitment to data privacy. You will assist in monitoring legal developments, drafting communications, and supporting governance and compliance operations, gaining invaluable experience in the legal aspects of data privacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy and Procedure Updates: Assist in reviewing and updating data privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure they reflect current legal standards and best practices.

• Legal Research: Monitor and provide updates on the latest legal developments affecting data privacy, ensuring the organization remains compliant with evolving regulations.

• Content Drafting: Draft content for company-wide communications on data privacy matters, raising awareness and promoting best practices across the organization.

• Governance and Compliance Support: Support the Head of Data Privacy in various operational matters, including compliance monitoring and reporting.

• Form and Template Management: Assist in updating procedural forms and templates to ensure consistency and compliance with data privacy requirements.
   

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Law or a related field with an interest in data privacy and compliance.

• Legal Research Skills: Proficient in conducting legal research and interpreting legislation related to data privacy.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.

• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in policy documentation and legal updates.

• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
   

Why join us?

• Gain hands-on experience in data privacy governance and compliance.

• Develop an understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks impacting the telecommunications industry.

• Contribute to meaningful projects that enhance organizational alignment with data privacy requirements.

• Work within a supportive and collaborative environment that values professional growth.
   

Application Process:

• Submit your resume and cover letter through our career portal. We look forward to welcoming dedicated and detail-oriented individuals to our team!

• Please state your start and end date on your CV, we're looking for someone who can start in September for 6 months.

What’s next?

• Once you’ve applied online, our team will carefully review your application. Due to a high volume of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a fair and timely review process.
• Should you be shortlisted for the role, we will send you an invitation via email for a digital interview. You can also check on your application status by logging into your candidate account.

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