Legal Counsel, Data Protection

Legal Counsel, Data Protection

We are searching for an experienced Legal Counsel, Data Protection at our MSC Geneva facility.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA is a global company engaged in the shipping and logistics sector. Present in 155 countries, MSC facilitates international trade between the world’s major economies and among emerging markets across all continents. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, since 1978, MSC is a privately-owned organization driven by the Aponte family.

Today, we continue to focus on caring for customers, employees, and the environment.

From a one-vessel operation to a globally respected business as the world’s largest shipping and logistics company, we have an unfaltering commitment to people that have passion, creativity and are willing to make a change.

Do you recognize yourself? Then come work with us and be part of MSC’s family!

Today MSC is looking for a highly motivated Legal Counsel specialized in Data Protection and Digital Law to join its Compliance – Data Protection Team.

YOUR IMPACT

In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in ensuring our organization’s compliance with international data protection regulations and supporting our digital transformation initiatives. You will :

• Advise MSC and its subsidiaries globally on data protection matters across jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Monitor regulatory developments, evaluate their implications for business operations and proactively report potential legal risks to Management and the Group General Counsel.
• Draft, review, and negotiate data protection agreements.
• Conduct regular reviews of MSC’s data protection governance framework, including the development and global oversight of standards, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with applicable legal requirements.
• Advise and support on international data transfers, including regulatory requirements, and transfer mechanisms.
• Provide legal support for digital initiatives, including projects involving artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
• Work closely with IT and cybersecurity teams to support legal compliance.
• Coordinate with external legal counsels, as needed.
• Conduct internal training and awareness sessions on data protection and confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

YOUR BACKGROUND

CONTRACT DETAILS

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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