Legal Counsel, Privacy Fintech

Overview

About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. We're the thrill of the first night in a new place. The journeys you take. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.

Role Description: Booking.com is currently looking for a Legal Counsel - FinTech Privacy to work in a team of dedicated lawyers and supporting privacy compliance analysts. The successful candidate will advise the business on a range of legal questions related to data protection and privacy to help make the right decisions to comply with all relevant data protection and privacy laws. This individual will work closely with the Senior Counsels in more complex matters, and will report into the Senior Managing Counsel.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessing data processing activities within proposed products and services, including but not limited to financial products.
• Conducting Data Protection Risk Assessments and Data Protection Impact Assessments.
• Providing (ad-hoc) legal advice for privacy and fintech related matters regionally, including disclosure requirements, data transfer mechanisms and the impact of marketing and consumer laws.
• Keeping up with new developments in data protection and privacy laws globally.
• Implementing and maintaining privacy policies and procedures.
• Performing third party services risk assessments and negotiating data processing agreements and data protection issues within commercial contracts with group members or third parties.
• Working closely with the Global Data Protection Officer, other Legal Counsels, Fintech, Risk & Compliance, Procurement, Security and other colleagues as well as outside counsels worldwide.

Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years' experience in a top tier law firm, major corporation or financial institution in a role involving data protection, privacy compliance and data security.
• An undergraduate degree and a legal professional qualification alongside a CIPP/E / CIPT (or other similar) certification is a plus.
• A deep understanding of the GDPR / APAC / India data protection laws.
• Experience with financial / banking products and regulatory developments in APAC / India.
• The ability to quickly respond to issues at hand and prioritise effectively, with an entrepreneurial mindset and a "roll up sleeves" to get the job done.
• Fluency in English with excellent communication skills, verbally, in writing and listening (other language skills are a plus).

Further traits

• Alignment with Booking.com's values (Customer First, Succeed Together, Own It, Learn Forever, Do the Right Thing).
• Curiosity, flexibility, and a creative, pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Confidence with collaboration.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactivity, resilience, and a drive to deliver results.
• Strong judgment with attention to both the big picture and key details.
• Courage to take a stance and make tough decisions.
• Team-oriented, self-aware, and a good listener.
• Agility in prioritizing and meeting deadlines.
• Forward-thinking, with a focus on emerging legal and policy issues.

Why join the Legal & Public Affairs Team

This is a pivotal moment in e-commerce and travel. The LPA team plays a key role in enabling Booking.com to become a one-stop solution for travel-related needs. As a member of the LPA team you will partner with the business to navigate complex regulations, build new products, and negotiate key deals—while driving ethical, sustainable growth.

Who we are

We are an award winning team of around 200 professionals from 36+ nationalities. We have been recognised by Legal 500 GC Powerlist, Assoc. of Corp Counsel, Global Competition Review, The Lawyer GC of the Year, Compliance Week and the Financial Times. We engage with stakeholders on policy issues impacting travel and tech, including through our public affairs blog, "A World Worth Experiencing".

As a team, we believe in

• Being integral to decision-making, shaping Booking.com's future.
• Supporting Booking's mission to make travel accessible, fostering openness and curiosity.
• Offering opportunities to explore new areas or specialize.
• Providing holistic, integrated legal and public affairs advice.
• Continuously improving Legal Operations and sharing best practices.
• Learning from mistakes and embracing growth.
• Working collaboratively with a sense of humor and enjoying the journey.

Benefits & Perks

Booking.com's Total Rewards Philosophy includes a competitive compensation and benefits package, plus unique-to-Booking.com benefits:

• Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave.
• Hybrid working with flexible arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad.
• Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year for you, including Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit.

Inclusion at Booking.com

Inclusion has been a core part of our culture since day one. Our employees represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring adjustments and tools for applicants with disabilities to participate in the application and interview process and to perform crucial job functions.

Application Process

• How we Hire
• Post-application requirements including any required materials, deadlines, portfolios, coding challenges, or other assessments as defined by BU or department.

This role does not come with relocation assistance.

Booking.com is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Pre-Employment Screening: If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law.

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