At DQS, you apply your skills where they truly make a difference. As part of our forward-looking team, you support companies in building trust, enhancing performance, and advancing safety, sustainability, and compliance across industries. Through value-adding audits and globally recognized certifications, we help turn standards into progress and compliance into opportunities.
1. Global Strategy & Governance
* Develop, maintain, and continuously enhance the company's global data protection and privacy strategy.
* Establish global privacy governance structures, including policies, standards, and procedures.
* Function as the organization's primary subject matter expert for global privacy and data protection laws.
2. Regulatory Compliance
* Ensure compliance with major privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, UK DPA, LGPD, PDPA, etc.).
* Oversee data mapping, Record of Processing Activities (RoPA), and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA).
* Monitor global regulatory developments and assess implications for the organization.
3. Data Protection Officer (DPO) Responsibilities
* Serve as the appointed DPO under GDPR, including acting as point of contact for supervisory authorities.
* Advise on privacy obligations and monitor compliance with relevant data protection laws.
4. Privacy Operations & Risk Management
* Lead global privacy risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.
* Oversee third‑party risk management for vendors and partners handling personal data.
* Ensure proper incident response processes for privacy-related breaches in coordination with IT Security.
5. Training & Awareness
* Develop and roll out global privacy training programs for employees and managers.
* Promote a data protection culture across the company.
6. Business Partnering
* Advise the departments in the organization on privacy-by-design requirements.
* Review and negotiate data protection clauses and Data Processing Agreements with partners and vendors.
7. Audits & Reporting
* Lead internal audits and coordinate external audits related to privacy and data protection.
* Provide regular reporting to the Executive Committee and Board-level audit or compliance committees.
Education
* Master's degree in Law, Compliance, Information Security, or related field preferred.
* Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or ISO 27701 Lead Implementer are a strong asset.
Professional Experience
* 7-10 years of experience in data protection, privacy, compliance, or related fields.
* Proven experience in global or multi‑regional privacy program management.
Skills & Competencies
* Deep understanding of global data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, LGPD, etc.).
* Strong technical and information security understanding
* Strong stakeholder management skills.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
* Ability to manage cross-functional projects and influence senior leaders.
* Strong communication skills; able to simplify complex privacy topics for non-experts.
* High ethical standards and resilience in navigating regulatory complexity.
Success Factors
* Ability to build and maintain a robust global privacy governance framework.
* Proactive partnership with business functions to enable innovation while ensuring compliance.
* Strong risk management mindset with business-enabling orientation.
* Trusted advisor to senior leadership and confident regulator interface.
Additionally, is it possible to integrate a Benefits section into the template? We would like to include the following:
Unleash your full potential with us. You can expect an attractive compensation package with comprehensive benefits.*
* A diverse and open-minded team
* Flexible working at a modern workplace
* The option to work remotely on a part-time basis
* Career development opportunities - nationally and internationally
* Engaging training and development programs
* Structured and supportive onboarding
* Transparent communication and regular feedback
* An international environment with exciting projects
Sounds interesting? It is. Let's talk. We look forward to receiving applications.