Join or sign in to find your next jobJoin to apply for the Privacy Officer role at MetcashAbout The OpportunityWe have an exciting new opportunity to join Metcash as our appointed Privacy Officer. In this role you will be responsible for the privacy function at Metcash, including the provision of legal advice and support on privacy matters. This role can be considered full time or permanent part time (4 days per week).In this RoleLead and implement Metcash Group’s privacy uplift program and ensure ongoing compliance with privacy obligations.Act as a subject matter expert to support operational compliance with privacy reforms.Develop policies, standards, guidelines, and documentation related to privacy.Create and implement privacy risk management frameworks within the broader Metcash Business Resilience and Risk Management policies.Serve as the primary contact for reporting actual or potential data breaches, assess notification requirements, and submit notifications to regulators.Monitor the privacy@metcash.com email account.Act as the liaison between Metcash and the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).Manage privacy-related complaints, develop training, and stay updated on legal developments in privacy. Support the Privacy Champion in executing related activities.Providing legal advice and support relating to privacy in business units and corporate functions as requested.You’re Likely a Match IfLLB (or equivalent)7+ years PQE in private practice and/or in-house roles, with 3+ years’ experience in privacy related rolesExcellent general commercial and advisory legal skillsDeep knowledge of and expertise in the legal and regulatory landscape in Australia (and other jurisdictions, as applicable) in relation to areas of privacy law, regulation and compliance obligations (new and existing)High commercial acumen and influential skillsResponsive, efficient and outcomes focused.Life at MetcashFlexible working environment – our team enjoys a hybrid approach of 3 days office / 2 days remote. Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave every year after your first year. Benefit from 2 well-being days and 1 volunteer day annually. An abundance of learning, development, and career growth opportunities. 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave for primary carers.About UsMetcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with revenue exceeding $18 billion in FY24. We’re also an ASX top 100 listed company. We believe that it is absolutely vital to Australia that there is a sustainable, independent, family-owned business sector. Independent retailers support their local communities.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionFinance and SalesWholesale
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