We are supporing our client in filling the following role:
Data Privacy Specialist (f/m/d)
The role involves applying the Policy, developing training materials, running training sessions, and ensuring compliance with the Policy.
Your Tasks:
* Fleshing out all pre-requisites to a successful introduction and implementation of the Policy.
* Developing training materials and running training sessions.
* Running a preliminary assessment of documents and information most likely to be the object of requests and pre-determine where exceptions to disclosure apply.
* Ensuring Policy compliance and where necessary updating provisions in contract templates relating to confidentiality and disclosure.
* Managing the request evaluation process including engagement with the respective colleague being the custodian to the requested document.
* Advising top leadership on the classification of Board sessions and Board documents.
* Ensuring that the exception framework has been duly considered.
* Asserting that response timeframes are kept by tracking substitution routines for relevant staff.
* Facilitating all processes required by the Policy including first and second level of appeal.
* Maintaining a comprehensive request log.
* Developing and maintaining Policy Implementation Guidelines.
* Monitoring pro-active disclosure of information as committed in the Policy.
* Compiling regular accountability reports about the implementation of the Policy.
* Running an annual Policy review and recommending Policy updates to the Board of Directors.
* Responding to requests for advice from members of staff, management or the Board itself.
* Supporting the review and optimization of data protection and data processing with its underlying processes in order to continuously develop our internal data protection management system.
* Helping to shape regulations and guidelines, working on company-wide policies and guidelines, ensuring legal compliance, and having a lasting impact over the maintenance, qualification and update over databases containing personal and business data.
* Providing regular updates to the legal team and clients on relevant changes in law.
* Be the co-contact person for colleagues and other departments.
* Processing of data protection and data privacy requests from clients and stakeholder next to the application and maintenance of the Policy explained above.
* Conducting privacy assessments and data protection impact assessments.
* Supporting the processing and handling of IT law related cases.
Your Profile
* University degree in law.
* Several years of professional experience working in the legal and/or compliance department of an – ideally international – organization or law firm.
* Data Protection Officer certification or proven track of other related advanced trainings is very desirable.
* Fluency in English and German (spoken and written).
* Spanish and/or French is a big advantage.
* Service-oriented attitude to work focusing on solving tasks with a strong sense for diligence and accuracy.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Proficient with the use of the standard software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Experience in MS Office 365, DocuSign and SAP is a big plus.
* High level of integrity an ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
* Team player but with the capacity to withstand potential external or internal pressures.
* Ability to multitask and prioritize workload effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to work well as a member of a multi-cultural, inter-disciplinary, multi-lingual, global team.
Your Benefits
* Be part of a globally recognized organization
* Benefit from cross-cultural collaboration and networking opportunities by working in a dynamic, inclusive, and diverse international culture with over 60 nationalities represented under one roof.
* Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance if needed, and investment in training and development opportunities to advance your career.
* Embrace work-life balance
* 30 working days of vacation at your disposal.