Principal Compliance Specialist/ Counsel

Principal Product Counsel

Agoda

About Agoda At Agoda, we bridge the world through travel. Our story began in 2005, when two lifelong friends and entrepreneurs, driven by their passion for travel, launched Agoda to make it easier for everyone to explore the world.     Today, we are part of Booking Holdings [NASDAQ: BKNG], with a diverse team of over 7,000 people from 90 countries, working together in offices around the globe. Every day, we connect people to destinations and experiences, with our great deals across our millions of hotels and holiday properties, flights, and experiences worldwide.   No two days are the same at Agoda. Data and technology are at the heart of our culture, fueling our curiosity and innovation. If you’re ready to begin your best journey and help build travel for the world, join us. Our Company Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world’s leading provider of online travel & related services, provided to consumers and local partners through five primary B2C brands: Booking.com, Agoda, Priceline, KAYAK, and OpenTable. Collectively, Booking Holdings operates in more than 220 countries and territories in Europe, North America, APAC, South America, the region, the Middle East and Africa in more than 40 languages. The mission of Booking Holdings is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. The Opportunity The Principal Product Legal Counsel will play a crucial role in the legal review and guidance of new and existing products, services, and features. Within Booking Holdings, an enhanced and more connected B2B business is being built within Booking Holdings consolidating the businesses of Booking.com, Priceline and Agoda into a single global division (“New B2B Business”). This position requires a deep understanding of e-commerce, technology laws  and ability to navigate a cross-jurisdictional regulatory environment. The ideal candidate will possess a data-driven and pragmatic approach to legal issues combined with a strong understanding of risk management, ensuring compliance while supporting the company's growth objectives. Key Responsibilities: * Product and Feature Review: Conduct legal assessments of new products, services, and features, providing actionable advice to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance. * Policy Development and Maintenance: Update and maintain the company's Terms of Use, privacy policies, and other legal documents to align with evolving laws, regulations, and industry standards. * Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, engineers, marketing teams, and other stakeholders to understand product visions and offer legal insights from the concept phase through deployment. * Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and analyze changes in applicable e-commerce and technology laws and regulations, advising the Product teams on compliance strategies. * Intellectual Property: Provide guidance on intellectual property matters, including copyright and trademark issues related to product development. * Data Privacy and Security: Advise on data privacy and security laws, ensuring the company's products and practices meet global data protection standards. * General Legal Support: Offer general legal support related to product development, including drafting and negotiating agreements with partners and vendors when necessary. Qualifications: * Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. * A minimum of 8+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in the technology or e-commerce sectors. * Strong working knowledge of e-commerce law, AI, digital privacy laws, and technology-related regulations. * Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills * Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects with varying deadlines. * Team player with a commitment to excellence and high standards of integrity.     PLEASE REVIEW OUR HIRING PROCESS GUIDELINES BEFORE YOUR INTERVIEW — CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW INTERVIEWING AT AGODA WORKS.     DISCOVER MORE ABOUT WORKING AT AGODA * Agoda Careers https://careersatagoda.com * Facebook https://www.facebook.com/agodacareers/ * LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/agoda * YouTube https://www.youtube.com/agodalife   Equal Opportunity Employer  At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics. We will keep your application on file so that we can consider you for future vacancies and you can always ask to have your details removed from the file. For more details please read our privacy policy. Disclaimer We do not accept any terms or conditions, nor do we recognize any agency’s representation of a candidate, from unsolicited third-party or agency submissions. If we receive unsolicited or speculative CVs, we reserve the right to contact and hire the candidate directly without any obligation to pay a recruitment fee.

Privacy Principal Counsel

Agoda

About Agoda At Agoda, we bridge the world through travel. Our story began in 2005, when two lifelong friends and entrepreneurs, driven by their passion for travel, launched Agoda to make it easier for everyone to explore the world.     Today, we are part of Booking Holdings [NASDAQ: BKNG], with a diverse team of over 7,000 people from 90 countries, working together in offices around the globe. Every day, we connect people to destinations and experiences, with our great deals across our millions of hotels and holiday properties, flights, and experiences worldwide.   No two days are the same at Agoda. Data and technology are at the heart of our culture, fueling our curiosity and innovation. If you’re ready to begin your best journey and help build travel for the world, join us. Our Company Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world’s leading provider of online travel & related services, provided to consumers and local partners through five primary B2C brands: Booking.com, Agoda, Priceline, KAYAK, and OpenTable. Collectively, Booking Holdings operates in more than 220 countries and territories in Europe, North America, APAC, South America, the region, the Middle East and Africa in more than 40 languages. The mission of Booking Holdings is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. The Opportunity Within Booking Holdings, a new, stand‑alone B2B entity will consolidate the B2B businesses of Booking.com, Priceline and Agoda into a single global division (“New B2B Business”). The New B2B Business will bring together our strategic partnerships, affiliate & API distribution, corporate and wholesale travel and other B2B commercial channels into one integrated platform serving airlines, travel management companies, OTAs, financial institutions, platforms and other strategic partners. You will work closely with colleagues at Booking Holdings Inc., Booking Holdings Financial Services, and sister brands, as well as internal partners across FinTech, Product, Fraud, Legal, Internal Audit, People, and Supply, to launch and support the New B2B Business. Agoda will support the New B2B Business across the relevant legal domains. This includes providing the necessary data privacy support in respect of the setup of the core components of the New B2B Business’s privacy program, as well as for all associated privacy advisory and contractual matters. Reporting to Agoda’s Chief Privacy Officer, you will as Principal Counsel, provide senior programmatic and advisory support to the New B2B Business as outlined in the role description below.   This position is based in Bangkok. Agoda provides relocation support for successful candidates not currently located in Bangkok. Remote or alternative base locations are not available. In this Role, You’ll Get To: Play a central role in the original design, set up and support for the New B2B Business’s privacy program, as well as provide the necessary advisory support across a number of different matters set out below. Privacy Program: * Design, set up and implementation of the New B2B Business’s privacy program: In conjunction with Agoda’s Privacy Program team, help design, advise on and build the privacy program of the New B2B Business. This includes its records of processing activities, drafting and implementation of relevant privacy policies and outward facing notices, privacy by design processes including for privacy impact assessments, as well as providing the necessary programmatic support for incident response, international data transfers (including data sharing), and data subject rights. Privacy advisory support: * Contracting, negotiations and templates: you will build out the necessary data protection contractual templates, and handle relevant privacy contractual negotiations for the New B2B Business. * Privacy by design and by default: through early, positive interactions and impact assessments you will provide our product teams with clear, practical privacy advice building in key privacy by design concepts for various initiatives. In conjunction with Agoda’s Chief Privacy Officer, you will need to be able to take responsible risk positions outlining risk while working with other members of the Legal team and enabling the business to move forward * Marketing and cookies: you will be expected to understand, navigate and provide practical privacy counsel to our marketing teams across relevant marketing initiatives * Regulatory change management for existing, new, and amended data protection laws relevant to the New B2B Business: you will handle and manage the relevant privacy compliance aspects with global privacy laws, new and existing * Program, auditing and controls: Working closely with our Privacy Program team you will facilitate and manage key aspects of the privacy program, audits and enable reporting obligations * Contribute to brand initiatives within the Booking Holdings Inc. family: you may be expected to contribute and have meaningful impact across brands through cross-brand initiatives, forums, networks and offsites * General privacy support: As may be required, you will need to support relevant regulatory enquiries, authority demand requests and escalations relating to data subject rights What You’ll Need to Succeed * Experience & Expertise * 8+ years of progressive experience in data privacy preferably as a lawyer, and/or in risk management. * A relevant privacy certification e.g. CIPP/E, CIPP/US or CIPP/A. * Relevant experience with data privacy laws globally with a strong preference in the EU market. * Technical & Functional Skills * Hands on experience designing and operationalizing privacy programs. * Strong ability to use relevant privacy technology e.g. OneTrust in order to facilitate the core aspects of a data privacy program. * Leadership & Stakeholder Management * Demonstrated success in influencing and partnering with senior stakeholders across functions (Product, FinTech, Fraud, Legal, Internal Audit, Operations) in fast paced, high growth environments.  * Strong project and program management skills, with the ability to prioritize, plan, and deliver multiple initiatives concurrently across jurisdictions and time zones * Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal), with the ability to explain complex financial crime and compliance concepts in clear, business friendly terms. * Mindset & Values * Strategic, data driven, and solutions oriented, with the ability to “connect the dots”, see the big picture, and drive constructive change. * High level of integrity and sound judgement * Self-starter who operates with minimal supervision, is comfortable with ambiguity, and thrives in a dynamic, tech driven, international environment.     PLEASE REVIEW OUR HIRING PROCESS GUIDELINES BEFORE YOUR INTERVIEW — CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW INTERVIEWING AT AGODA WORKS.     DISCOVER MORE ABOUT WORKING AT AGODA * Agoda Careers https://careersatagoda.com * Facebook https://www.facebook.com/agodacareers/ * LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/agoda * YouTube https://www.youtube.com/agodalife   Equal Opportunity Employer  At Agoda, we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds and orientations. We prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. Employment at Agoda is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other legally protected characteristics. We will keep your application on file so that we can consider you for future vacancies and you can always ask to have your details removed from the file. For more details please read our privacy policy. Disclaimer We do not accept any terms or conditions, nor do we recognize any agency’s representation of a candidate, from unsolicited third-party or agency submissions. If we receive unsolicited or speculative CVs, we reserve the right to contact and hire the candidate directly without any obligation to pay a recruitment fee.

Interim HR Operations Specialist | Fixed Term Contract (Parental Cover)

IFRS Foundation

Reports to: Global HR Operations Director Location: London (with flexibility for US-aligned hours) Status: Fixed term contract till 31st December 2026, covering a period of parental leave.  Job purpose: The Interim HR Operations Specialist is responsible for driving high-quality HR service delivery across the employee lifecycle. Acting as a key point of contact, this role will provide first-line support for US-focused and global employee queries and manage non-complex employee relations cases in partnership with HR Business Partners (HRBPs). During this 6-month contract, the focus will be on operational excellence: leveraging systems (HiBob), managing end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, ensuring payroll and benefits alignment, and improving day-to-day service levels for colleagues. Principal accountabilities: Employee Query Resolution & Relations Support: * First-Line Support: Act as the first-line contact for employee and manager queries (specifically supporting the US workforce), ensuring timely, helpful, and high-quality resolution of day-to-day inquiries. * Employee Relations (ER): Manage and resolve non-complex employee relations cases, providing practical guidance to managers and escalating complex matters to HR Business Partners (HRBPs) where appropriate. * Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner closely with HRBPs to ensure a joined-up approach to supporting employees and operationalizing team changes. Policy Development & Operationalisation: * Lead the research, drafting, and regular review of global HR policies, ensuring they are market-competitive and aligned with the Foundation’s values. * Translate complex policies into clear, actionable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and user-friendly guidance for HR, managers and employees. * Take ownership of the "operationalisation" phase of any new policy, ensuring all administrative workflows, system updates, and communication plans are executed to a high standard. US HR Operations & Compliance: * Act as the internal subject matter expert for US HR operations, ensuring all processes (onboarding, benefits, leave management, and terminations) comply with federal and state-specific labor laws (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA). * Manage the operational nuances of a multi-state US workforce, ensuring payroll inputs and benefits administration are handled with precision. * Liaise with US-based legal counsel and benefits brokers to ensure the Foundation’s US offering remains compliant and effectively administered. Process Implementation & Improvement: * Identify inefficiencies in current HR workflows and lead process improvement initiatives to streamline delivery and reduce manual intervention. * Ensure that the HRIS (HiBob) is fully leveraged to automate policy-driven processes, maintaining high data integrity. * Establish "gold standard" execution for HR administrative cycles, ensuring the team delivers a seamless experience across the employee lifecycle. Operational Execution & Support: * Provide high-level operational support to the Global HR Operations Director on complex cases and large-scale HR initiatives. * Collaborate with HR Business Partners to ensure that operational processes support the specific needs of different business units. * Oversee the maintenance of employee records and templates, ensuring they reflect current policy and legal requirements. Collaboration and Communication: * Work closely with the Payroll and Finance teams to ensure that policy changes are accurately reflected in financial and compensation workflows. * Develop clear internal communications and training materials to help employees and managers understand and adopt new HR processes. * Serve as a key point of escalation for complex US-related operational queries. Qualifications: * Proven experience in an HR Operations role within a global organisation, with a strong track record in policy development. * Deep practical experience supporting US-based employees, with a strong understanding of US employment law, benefits, and compliance requirements. * Demonstrated experience in process mapping and implementing continuous improvement methodologies. * Exceptional writing skills, with the ability to draft clear, concise policies and procedural documentation. * Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail and a "right first time" mindset. * Proficiency in HRIS platforms (experience with HiBob is a significant advantage). * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: * Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR, or CIPD Level 7). * Experience working in a mission-driven or international regulatory environment. * Experience in managing the operational aspects of US multi-state payroll and benefits. Application Closing Date: 7th August 2026 Please note that while we have a closing date for this application, we reserve the right to interview candidates and potentially close the role early should we find a suitable candidate.   About us At the IFRS Foundation, we believe better information leads to better decisions. We set financial reporting standards that enable companies to meet the evolving information needs of the global capital markets. United by our purpose to foster trust, growth and long-term financial stability in the global economy, we engage in challenging, meaningful work every day—across all our areas of expertise. If you share our passion for this mission, we want to hear from you. Diverse perspectives. International expertise. Working for our global organisation offers many benefits, including: * rewarding work that serves the public interest; * engagement with diverse international experts; * inclusive and collaborative teams; * intellectually challenging projects; * flexible working arrangements; * numerous areas of specialisation; and * opportunities for professional growth and development. Diversity and inclusion are seen as key strengths of our organisation. These qualities are essential for us to engage with and meet the needs of our varied global stakeholders, and they are part of what makes the IFRS Foundation a great place to work. #LI-MM1