Data Protection Specialist Location: Ulm (hybrid)
Our client is seeking a Data Protection Specialist to join its compliance team. The role focuses on supporting day-to-day operations, managing privacy governance, and driving compliance initiatives across departments, including projects involving AI technologies.
Provide expert guidance on data protection compliance and support internal teams with privacy-related inquiries and operational needs.
Monitor and interpret developments in German and EU data protection laws (e.g. Maintain privacy governance documentation, including Records of Processing Activities (RoPA), DPIAs, and data deletion concepts.
Review and negotiate data protection contracts, including Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).
Handle privacy-related incidents, coordinate data subject requests, and liaise with internal/external stakeholders.
Draft internal privacy policies and establish data protection guidelines and governance frameworks.
Collaborate closely with Legal, compliance officers, and data protection leadership.
Degree in Law or Business Law, ideally with specialization in data protection or IT law.
~2–5 years of experience in data protection, compliance, or risk management, preferably in an international or corporate setting.
~ Solid knowledge of German and European data privacy laws and implementation best practices.
~ Familiarity with IT processes and interest in digitalization and AI-related compliance.
~ Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken); Comprehensive onboarding at headquarters.
Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and company stock options.
Hybrid work model with up to 50% home office and the option to work up to 40 days abroad.
Discounts on gym memberships and access to employee perks platforms.
Team events, open-door culture, and internal initiatives supporting diversity and inclusion.