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FRFREENOW

Head of Data Protection and Compliance(m/w/x)

Hamburg, Berlin
Full-timeOn-siteSenior

Architecting and implementing data protection systems for a multi-mobility app across European markets. 8+ years compliance leadership in tech or regulated environments required. Flexible working, sabbatical, and LinkedIn Learning.

Requirements

  • 8+ years compliance and data protection leadership
  • Experience in tech-driven or regulated environment
  • Deep knowledge of European compliance frameworks
  • Knowledge of GDPR, CSRD, AI Act
  • Overseeing compliance and data protection across markets
  • US compliance and privacy aspects experience (plus)
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills
  • Ability to assess risks and provide insights
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to influence decision making
  • Hands-on approach
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity
  • Implementing compliance strategies in fast-paced environment
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a team
  • Ability to work with exceptional speed
  • Managing high-pressure situations and tight deadlines
  • Maintaining total accuracy
  • Professional certification (e.g., CCEP, CIPP/E, CIPM, AIGP or similar) (plus)
  • Fluency in English
  • Fluency in German
  • Additional European language (strong advantage)
  • CV submission in English

Tasks

  • Ensure compliance with data protection laws and corporate regulations
  • Architect and implement comprehensive data protection and compliance systems
  • Monitor and enhance the Compliance Management System (CMS)
  • Stay ahead of regulatory changes and assess their business impact
  • Advise senior leadership on compliance risks and provide solutions
  • Develop and implement compliance policies and internal controls
  • Lead and oversee audits, risk assessments, and investigations
  • Act as primary point of contact for data protection authorities
  • Design and deliver compliance and ethics training programs
  • Report on data protection and compliance issues
  • Collaborate with tech, product, people, and information security teams
  • Lead and mentor the compliance and data protection team
  • Foster a culture of accountability and ethical decision-making

Work Experience

  • 8 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishNative
  • GermanNative

Tools & Technologies

  • GDPR
  • CSRD
  • AI Act

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Flexible working arrangements

Learning & Development

  • LinkedIn Learning

Workation & Sabbatical

  • Sabbatical and special leave policies
  • Short term EU work policy

Corporate Discounts

  • WeRoad partnership

More Vacation Days

  • Birthday off
  • 24th December off
  • 31st December off

Other Benefits

  • Mobility Credit

Mental Health Support

  • Employee assistance program
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