Key Job Responsibilities and Duties:
Provide privacy legal reviews of new AI initiatives in a speedy and practical way
Draft and maintain our AI Privacy Legal Playbook and associated processes, to ensure scalable and consistent reviews of AI initiatives
Provide privacy legal support for our tracking tech and consent compliance programs
Support our Genius benefits program with privacy legal reviews of new features
Independently execute your work, collaborate with stakeholders and identify opportunities for improvement
Qualifications & Skills:
5+ years' experience in a top tier law firm and/or major corporation in a similar role;
Hands-on experience in data protection, AI governance, privacy compliance;
Solid understanding of AI, consumer-facing tech products and enterprise technology;
A Bachelors' and/or Masters' Degree, and a legal professional qualification; a CIPP/E / CIPT (or similar) certification is preferred;
A deep understanding of GDPR, familiarity with the AI Act and how these apply to travel tech;
A high level of project management skill and able to "roll up sleeves" to get the job done;
Ability to be the 'voice of reason' in tense situations - The ability to quickly respond to issues at hand and able to prioritise effectively, with a 'customer first' mindset;
Fluency in English (and 'tech') with excellent communication skills; verbally, in writing and listening
Further traits look for:
Alignment with Booking.com’s values (Customer First, Succeed Together, Own It, Learn Forever, Do the Right Thing).
Curiosity, flexibility, and a creative, pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
Confidence with collaboration.
Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Proactivity, resilience, and a drive to deliver results.
Strong judgment with attention to both the big picture and key details.
Courage to take a stance and make tough decisions.
Team-oriented, self-aware, and a good listener.
Agility in prioritizing and meeting deadlines.
Forward-thinking, with a focus on emerging legal and policy issues.
As a team, we believe in:
Being integral to decision-making, shaping Booking.com’s future.
Supporting Booking's mission to make travel accessible, fostering openness and curiosity.
Offering opportunities for team members to explore new areas or specialize.
Providing holistic, integrated legal and public affairs advice.
Continuously improving Legal Operations, innovating, and sharing best practices.
Learning from mistakes and embracing growth.
Working collaboratively with a sense of humor and enjoying the journey together!
Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive , as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include:
Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit
Application Process:
Let’s go places together:
Detailed instructions on post-application requirements including any required application materials, deadlines, portfolios, coding challenges, or other assessments as defined by BU or department.
If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.
