John Engelen
About John Engelen
John Engelen serves as the Group Head of Legal & Compliance at Ajaib in Jakarta, Indonesia, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in legal management, particularly in technology law, privacy, and data protection, and co-founded the Sigmantara Indonesia Foundation in 2013.
Work at Ajaib
John Engelen has been serving as the Group Head of Legal & Compliance at Ajaib since 2021. In this leadership role, he oversees legal and compliance matters, demonstrating strong management and strategic planning skills. His position is critical in ensuring that the company adheres to legal standards and regulations, particularly in the fast-evolving technology sector.
Previous Experience at Gojek
Before joining Ajaib, John Engelen worked at Gojek, where he held two significant positions. He served as the Senior Legal Manager of Data, Tech, and IP for 10 months in 2019, following a 5-month tenure as the Legal Manager of the same areas from 2018 to 2019. His roles involved managing legal aspects related to data privacy, technology, and intellectual property, which are vital in the tech industry.
Education and Expertise
John Engelen holds a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from Stanford Law School, where he studied Law, Science & Technology from 2017 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Indonesia, focusing on Transnational Law from 2008 to 2012. His educational background equips him with expertise in Privacy and Data Protection, Intellectual Property, and Capital Market regulations, which are essential for compliance in technology and financial sectors.
Background in Legal Practice
Prior to his current role at Ajaib, John Engelen gained experience as a Senior Associate at Makes & Partners from 2020 to 2021. His extensive background in legal practice includes a focus on technology law, enabling him to address the legal needs of modern tech-driven businesses effectively. Additionally, he co-founded Sigmantara Indonesia Foundation in 2013, where he serves as Co-Executive Director.