Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy & Cybersecurity

As a Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy & Cybersecurity at Careem, you'll be responsible for advising local teams on privacy and consumer protection matters, optimizing legal strategies for the Careem Rides business. You'll handle data requests, provide training on marketing law, and interact with regulators on compliance issues, ensuring that our services adhere to MEA data protection regulations.

To qualify for the role of Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy & Cybersecurity at Careem, candidates should have at least 8 years of data protection experience, ideally from a mid to large-sized law firm or an in-house position at a tech company. Knowledge of MEA and GDPR privacy laws, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are also essential.

Careem is dedicated to nurturing talent and professional growth. As a Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy & Cybersecurity, you will have opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues, join discussions on contemporary legal issues, and participate in training sessions that enhance your knowledge and skills in privacy law and cybersecurity.

At Careem, the work culture is inclusive and dynamic. As a Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy & Cybersecurity, you will work alongside a diverse team of legal professionals in a supportive environment, where creativity, collaboration, and innovative thinking are highly encouraged to tackle exciting legal challenges in the tech landscape.

Careem offers a comprehensive benefits package for Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy & Cybersecurity, including healthcare benefits, fitness reimbursements, and a flexible working arrangement. Employees can work remotely from any country for 30 days a year, along with unlimited vacation days, promoting a healthy work-life balance while achieving impactful results.

In answering this question, share specific examples from your previous roles where you navigated MEA data protection laws. Highlight your expertise in handling regulatory compliance and how this experience has prepared you for the Senior Legal Counsel - Privacy & Cybersecurity position at Careem.

Discuss the importance of understanding legal responsibilities related to data subject requests. Explain your process for ensuring compliance while maintaining business ethics, emphasizing your ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Outline the methods you would adopt for training, including workshops and tailored content. Discuss your approach to ensuring the information is relatable and engaging, helping teams to fully grasp the complexities of privacy law.

Emphasize the importance of continual learning in your field. Describe your routine for reviewing legal updates, attending seminars, and joining professional networks that keep you informed about changes in privacy law.

Share a specific situation that showcases your negotiation skills. Detail the strategies you used to advocate for data protection clauses while achieving a favorable outcome for all parties involved.

Pick a relevant situation that highlights your problem-solving abilities. Outline the steps you took to analyze the issue, consult with stakeholders, and implement a solution that complied with legal requirements and business needs.

Discuss your proactive approach to incorporating privacy considerations during product development. Elaborate on the collaborative efforts you would make with cross-functional teams to analyze risks and ensure compliance.

Explain your system for assessing and documenting compliance with advertising laws. Detail how you would communicate with regulators and implement any necessary changes based on feedback received.

Discuss your view on how technology aids in managing data, automating compliance processes, and facilitating secure communication with clients and regulators. Highlight any tools you have used in similar capacities before.

In your response, convey your passion for privacy law and how Careem's mission aligns with your career aspirations. Discuss your enthusiasm for contributing to a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes innovation and customer trust.