The Role: The newly created Senior Managing Counsel, Head of Cyber Legal role is a key position within Booking.com’s legal function
This role will be responsible for leading and overseeing a team of legal professionals while guiding and advising the organisation on how to keep personal data safe in an ever evolving risk landscape
You will be expected to work directly alongside business clients, drawing upon your legal knowledge and business acumen to provide on-the-ground support and identify potential legal risks and issues, ultimately helping the organisation to protect the personal data of its employees, customers and partners
As Booking.com continues to expand its operations and digital ecosystem, a dedicated Senior Managing Counsel who has experience in cybersecurity, financial/banking products is essential to efficiently and consistently manage and prioritise high risk issues that arise from both
This is a unique opportunity to shape an operational function in material ways, particularly in the context of the world’s favorite pastime - travel
Coordinate personal data security and cybersecurity activity
Coordinate and support the management of cybersecurity incidents as part of a cross functional unit
Record, report and advise on regulatory compliance with global privacy, security and finance authorities, and law enforcement
Be well structured, clear and organised, with an ability to prioritise and drive progress within a very fast paced environment
Partnering on data incidents, implementation of frameworks and policies, and providing legal advice and guidance on cybersecurity issues
Manage and develop a high performing team
Work closely with the other Legal Counsels, the Data Protection Officer, Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance, Procurement, Booking Holdings Inc and other colleagues as well as outside counsels worldwide
Provide legal advice for privacy related matters globally, as well as cybercrime, security and FinTech matters laws
Perform third party services risk assessments and negotiate data processing agreements and data protection issues within commercial contracts with group members or third parties
Support with the creation and implementation of efficient and scalable ways of working to enable sustainable business growth
Benefits
Health insurance
Free access to Headspace for you and your loved ones
Global Employee Assistance Program
Meditation and Breastfeeding rooms at the office
Booking Cares - 2 days per year to volunteer and learn
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Pension plan
Annual paid time off
Parental leave - 22 weeks
Grandparent leave - 10 days
Care leave - 10 days
Bereavement leave - up to 4 weeks
Anniversary leave
Working from Home Furniture and Ergonomic Support
Working from Abroad - up to 20 days per year
Discounts & Wallet credits to spend on our products
Upgrade to Booking.com Genius Level 3
Friends & Family Booking.com discount vouchers
Free access to online learning platforms
Development and mentorship programs to support career growth
Access to trainings and workshops
Team development opportunities
Local discount programs
Game rooms in offices
On-site meals, coffee and snacks including vegan options