Senior Manager Data Privacy and Regulatory Compliance

Closing date: 03/06/2026 Number of positions: 1 Recruiter name:
Siva Krishna Bonda Reference number: 70230

Mediclinic Corporate Office Dubai| Dubai | United Arab Emirates

To lead the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of data privacy, protection, and regulatory compliance frameworks across Mediclinic Middle East, ensuring alignment with applicable UAE data protection laws, EU GDPR requirements, and organisational governance standards. The role fulfils the responsibilities of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) and provides strategic oversight, advisory support, and assurance to the business on privacy and compliance matters.

Essential

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Information Technology, Computer Science, Commerce, Risk Management, Information Security, or a related field.

Desired

Education:

Professional certification in Data Privacy or Information Governance from recognised institutions such as IAPP (CIPP/E, CIPM), ISACA, ISO, or equivalent.

Essential

Minimum Experience:

At least 5 years’ experience in Privacy and Data Protection within Legal, Compliance, Information Security, Risk Management, or Data Governance functions, with demonstrated experience in implementing and managing privacy compliance frameworks and data protection programmes.

Desired

Experience:

At least 2 years’ experience in data protection and regulatory compliance within a complex corporate environment, including engagement with executive and senior stakeholders. Experience with in the healthcare sector and/or GCC regulatory environment is highly advantageous. Certification in compliance, information security, or risk management is also advantageous.

• Data Privacy & Protection (POPIA, GDPR)
• Ability to manage often contradictory priorities of multiple stakeholders
• Cybersecurity architecture & compliance
• Business communication skills
• Data Analytics & Interpretation
• Cyber Security incident response planning and practices

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given to the designated groups in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Emiratization Program.