This is a newly created position with as my client is looking to strengthen their data privacy guidelines and program within Asia Pacific. You will be part of an established legal team and the key person to oversee data protection matters in the region.In this key position, you will develop and implement data protection policies and procedures in line with local regulations across Asia including mainland China. You will work closely with key stakeholders to ensure regular assessments are conducted as well as ensuring the Group's awareness of the latest privacy requirements. In addition to data privacy work, this role will be able to provide you with some additional commercial responsibilities.Newly created position|MNC - Manufacturing industryYou should be a qualified lawyer with 2-3 years of experience in the data protection field, prior experience in handling data protection work in mainland China will be essential. Fluency in both English and Mandarin sought.Our client is an European MNC within the manufacturing industry. Their Asia HQ is in Hong Kong and this is where the role and rest of legal team will be based.Regional exposure, excellent working environment, and a high calibre legal team.