Risk & Quality and Data Protection Manager (6+6 months contract)

Risk & Quality and Data Protection Manager (6+6 months) Grant Thornton Singapore is looking for a Risk & Quality and Data Protection Manager for a 6+6 months contract. We are seeking self-motivated professionals to join our growing Risk & Quality (R&Q) Team and Data Protection Office (DPO) Team. This is an internal-facing role focused on supporting and reporting to the firmwide Risk Director and Data Protection Officer. Below are some of the core responsibilities: Responsibilities Data Protection: Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of data protection audits and reviews. Track and manage follow-up actions, ensuring timely resolution of audit matters. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of data protection policies and procedures. Help ensure compliance with local and global data protection regulations, such as GDPR and PDPA. Respond to data protection queries and assist in managing and documenting data incidents. Support a variety of ad-hoc data protection initiatives to strengthen the organization’s privacy practices. Collaborate on rolling out key risk and quality management initiatives across the firm. Assist in the development and update of resources that support external client service delivery. Contribute to the design and delivery of risk and compliance training programs. Ensure compliance with global and local risk management requirements, aligning with Grant Thornton’s global standards. Provide advice to engagement teams on internal policies, regulations (e.g., MAS, anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing), and contractual obligations. Assist with background checks and daily risk management activities for engagement teams. Help with ongoing risk compliance monitoring, reporting, and improvement initiatives. Support ad-hoc risk and compliance projects as required. Qualifications and Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance; a background in law is 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. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please complete the Job Application Form and indicate 148 in the Job ID field. An email will be sent to you within 10-15 minutes for you to submit your CV/resume. Grant Thornton is a global professional service network of more than 73,000 people in 150 markets. Our team in Singapore is growing rapidly and we know this success is made possible by our people. That’s why we make sure our people have the right tools and environment to thrive. Each individual at Grant Thornton Singapore is empowered to be themselves within an inclusive team. Our supportive structure gives our people the autonomy to shape their careers and drive positive change in the firm. It’s an exciting time to join us as we grow with organisations of all sizes and industries in Singapore, across the region and in the world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity firm where we celebrate what makes our employees unique. We are committed to nurturing our inclusive workplace and strongly encourage people from all backgrounds and walks of life to discover more about us. #J-18808-Ljbffr