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Privacy Advisor BeNeLux
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Important note for candidates: 
DPO Network Europe has been officially assigned by the hiring company to manage this vacancy.
Location: Proximity of Brussels
Job type: In-house, full-time role with permanent contract
Required relevant experience: 7+ years
Languages: EN + FR
On offer: Excellent compensation and benefits package
 
The role

Our client is a large multinational and a top brand in its industry with operations across the globe. With a high commitment to compliance wherever it operates, this organization is currently offering an excellent senior-level career opportunity for a seasoned and driven EU data protection and privacy professional.

Reporting to a Global Privacy Director and as part of a highly visible Privacy Office, you will be responsible for the implementation of the corporate privacy program across the BeNeLux region ensuring all business initiatives meet the requirements of applicable local privacy laws and regulations and corporate policies.  

Working very closely with your internal stakeholders (regional leadership, various business teams and the global privacy team) and in the role of a trusted internal advisor, you will provide leadership and critical operational guidance for all compliance activities across all businesses under your scope.

Your profile
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  • Master’s degree in relevant studies. Further studies in EU data protection and/or certifications will be a strong asset (e.g. CIPP/M, CIPP/E).
  • Strong understanding of data protection legislative framework both at EU and BeNeLux levels.
  • 7+ years of operational experience in European data protection & privacy, gained in in-house roles (e.g. Privacy Officer / Manager, Data Protection Officer, Privacy Compliance Officer) within large, complex, data-driven businesses.
  • Familiarity with sensitive personal data environment will be highly desirable.
  • Global mindset; experience in working in a cross-border matrix structure.
  • Strong understanding of information security practices within big data environments.
  • Confident personality with excellent communication, presentation and advocacy skills.
  • Ability to distill complex legal requirements into understandable language and actionable business items.
  • Cooperative and consultative approach in privacy program management.
  • Ability to work and communicate tactfully with all levels of the organization and with external parties when necessary (e.g. external counsels, the DPA).
  • Ability to find pragmatic solution to business issues and provide concise and business-focused advice.
  • Native-level of English and French. Fluency in Dutch will be an additional asset.

Interested? Please apply by using the form below. For more information, please contact us at 0032 2 3084286. All inquiries and applications will be treated with the utmost discretion. ​

Keywords: EU Data Protection, Privacy Compliance, In-house Privacy, Privacy Program Management, GDPR, CIPP/E, CIPM, BeNeLux Privacy.
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