Deputy Data Protection Officer

What will you do?

As part of the management team of the Group Data Protection Office, and working in tandem with our Group Data Protection Officer, assure the following responsibilities are fulfilled

• Co-operation with supervisory authorities and regulators on Data Protection on behalf of the company
• Be the point of contact for all stakeholders for Individual Rights Requests and Data Subject Requests
• Secure the operationalisation of the Binding Corporate Rules and Data Privacy Policies in the company
• Develop and revise internal data protection policies, guidelines, and procedures in collaboration with key stakeholders
• Ensure other company policies are compliant with data protection standards & regulations
• Lead the implementation and management of the company's Data Protection strategy; evaluate and enhance the existing Data Protection Framework, identifying and mitigating risks
• Contribute to active breaches, as a consultatory advisor to Group Legal Counsel, while securing the companys adherence to Data Protection regulations throughout the breach
• Working with our Internal Audit function, assure regular audits and risk assessments, helping mature the organisation in Data Protection operationalisation
• Utilise knowledge and experience of common responsibilities (Individual Rights Requests, Data Breaches, Compliance Monitoring, Training) to enable the digitisation of the Data Protection Office activities
• Govern the maintenance of comprehensive records of all data processing activities and stakeholder consent within the company.
• Continuously strive for increased maturity across the organisation in Data Privacy & Protection by

• • Design & deliver scaled, digital training for employees involved in data handling or processing on data protection practices
  • Advising leadership on all matters related to data protection, fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization
  • Driving the virtual, global community of Data Protection leaders at Country Ops, Function and Business level, assuring the right level of engagement, skill and application within each assignees scope of responsibility.
  • Maintaining updated insights on changes in data protection laws and regulations at global and local level.
• Contribute to the scaled design of our Data Protection Office, balancing strategic, tactical and operational elements

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with 10 years' experience in data protection compliance or a related field
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Law, Information Security, Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Professional certification in data protection (e.g., CIPP, CIPM, CIPT)
• In-depth knowledge of data protection laws and practices
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Ability to transform manual activities to scaled, digitised processes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly and persuasively
• Strong influence and convince capabilities, to Exec level of an organisation
• Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality

• Familiarity with Digital and information security best practices
• Desire to continuously expand insights in the field, learning from peers in the Industry through association membership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and address data protection issues
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build positive relationships across departments and with external stakeholders.

What will you get?

We adapt to you:

With our flexible schedule, you'll have the freedom to adjust your work hours to accommodate your personal needs and responsibilities.

We know how great it is to work from home. With our hybrid work plan, you can enjoy working from the comfort of your home.

Need more time to relax and disconnect? With our Holy Pack, you can purchase additional vacation days to recharge when you need it most.

Celebrate holidays your way! With Floating Holidays, you can exchange holidays for other days that better suit your plans and personal preferences.

Need additional time to explore new experiences or focus on personal projects? With the Sabbatical Pack, you can request up to 2 months of extra leave (unpaid).

We value the importance of family and want to support you in all aspects of your life. Our Global Family Leave Policy provides flexible paid conditions for when you need it most, whether you're about to be a parent, need time to overcome a loss, or to care for a loved one.

We take care of you:

With access to the health and wellness platform Wellwo, you and up to 5 people of your choice can enjoy access to wellness content, nutrition counseling, fitness classes, and more!

From dance classes to booking a hotel spa, we offer an agreement with Wellhub so you can access a network of thousands of gyms and sports centers to keep your body active in the way you like best.

Your well-being is our priority. You will have medical service at your workplace for close attention to any medical needs.

We empower you:

With Open Talent Market, our AI-driven professional development platform, you can connect with job opportunities, projects, and mentors at Schneider Electric globally.

We offer you the opportunity to be a shareholder of Schneider Electric and share in our achievements with our stock ownership program.

We celebrate everyone's talent and success with our recognition program, through which you can give and receive points for your achievements and redeem them for gift cards at your favorite stores.

You will have life insurance for your protection.

We offer you a Flexible Remuneration Plan in which you can choose from a variety of options, such as health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, training, and more.

With Club Schneider, you will enjoy special discounts at your favorite stores, restaurants, travel agencies, and other external services.

Participate in company-subsidized volunteer programs to contribute to our community and have a positive impact on your environment.

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