Data Management Senior Manager/Director

Your day to day

• Understanding of To-C System Architecture and E2E Data flow Demonstrate understanding of large-scale consumer-facing system architectures, such as mobile apps, websites, loyalty platforms, CRS booking systems, PMS, CRM, digital payment systems, and data analytics environments. Understand how customer data flows through distributed systems and across regions or cloud environments.
• Lead data related Compliance Assessments Identify and evaluate all data transfer scenarios across business units. Lead the organization through regulatory compliance processes including Data Export Security Assessment, Personal Information Export Impact Assessment (PIEIA), Standard Contract filing, and Cross-Border Data Certification etc. under CAC requirements.
• Coordinate Cross-Functional Implementation Act as the focal point among Product & Technology, Legal, Compliance, Security, HR, and Business departments—both in China and globally—to map data flows, review technical architectures, and drive compliant cross-border solutions into operational systems.
• Regulatory Liaison and Policy Monitoring Track evolving data transfer and cybersecurity regulations in China (e.g., Free Trade Zone negative lists, CAC guidance, cross-border sandbox policies). Serve as liaison with regulators, ensuring timely completion of filings, evaluations, and audits.
• Establish and Govern the Data Compliance Framework Develop and enhance the company's data risk & security governance framework, policies, and operational procedures. Define data classification, risk assessment, and security control standards to ensure compliance with China's Cybersecurity Law, Data Security Law, and Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL).

What we need from you

• Education & Experience Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Over 5 years of experience in data privacy, IT compliance, or cybersecurity governance; prior experience in multinational corporations, consulting, or law firms preferred.
• Regulatory and Legal Expertise Understanding of China's Cybersecurity Law, PIPL, Data Security Law, and related implementing measures (Data Export Security Assessment Measures, Standard Contract Measures for Personal Information Export). Familiar with global privacy frameworks such as GDPR and CCPA.
• Technical & Data Governance Knowledge Proficient in data classification and protection techniques (masking, encryption, access control). Familiar with cloud and cross-border system architectures, API governance, and data flow mapping. Able to evaluate and design compliant data transfer mechanisms integrating business and technical perspectives.
• Project Management & Cross-Cultural Communication Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills; capable of coordinating global and local teams to implement compliance requirements. Experienced in managing complex, cross-functional projects with multiple regulatory and technical dependencies. Fluent in English
• Language & Certifications Fluent in English and Mandarin (both written and verbal). Professional certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CISSP, ISO 27001/27701 Lead Implementer, or PMP are preferred.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a global scale. With corporate offices and over 6,000 hotel destinations worldwide, a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons. You'll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you. With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from, wherever you are on your career journey, and whatever you want to achieve there's Room for You at IHG.

Over recent years, we've transformed our company. We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests & owners love.

We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity. That's why here at IHG, we give our colleagues flexibility and balance – working in a hybrid way, blending office and remote working collectively. We recognise that every role is different, that's why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate.

We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life. These include impressive room discounts across our many properties, recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year. Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. We offer a unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable laws. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

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