Risk & Quality and Data Protection (12-months contract)

We are seeking self-motivated and professionals to join our growing Risk & Quality (R&Q) Team and Data Protection Office (DPO) Team. This is an internal-facing role. The role will be focused on supporting and reporting to the firmwide Risk Director and Data Protection Officer. The responsibilities include: 

Responsibilities

Data Protection 

• Assist in planning and coordination of data protection audit/reviews 
• Collating and distributing a list of audit/review matters for follow-up to respective process owners, and monitoring timelines for follow-up actions 
• Assist in implementing and updating global and local policies and procedures for the Data Protection Office  
• Assist in reviews to ensure compliance with data protection policies and legislation 
• Assist in responses with data protection queries 
• Assist in managing and recording data incidents 
• Assist with ad-hoc projects 

Risk Management 

• Assist in rolling-out various risk and quality–related initiatives 
• Assist in developing and/or updating practice aids and tools to assist practitioners in their service delivery to external clients 
• Assist in developing and delivering grade and time-appropriate training 
• Understand the necessity of Grant Thornton Singapore’s need to comply with Grant Thornton global’s risk management requirements and administer the processes required to maintain compliance 
• Provide advice to engagement teams as a risk consultant with regard to internal policy and procedures, external regulations (including the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulations, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing), and contractual matters 
• Provide assistance to engagement teams on day-to-day background checks 
• Assist with regular risk compliance monitoring, activities and reporting 
• Assist with ad-hoc projects 

 
Qualifications and requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance and with a background in law being a plus.  
• Minimum 6 years of experience in risk management, compliance, or data protection, ideally within a professional services or corporate environment.  
• Good knowledge of data protection laws.  
• Familiarity with regulations such as MAS, anti-money laundering, and counter-terrorism financing.  
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).  
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks while working effectively within a team.