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Data Protection Officer, Europe

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Assurant

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Data
    Legal
  • Amsterdam

AI generated summary

  • You should have DPO experience in Europe, privacy certifications, fluency in English (Dutch is a plus), a degree, expertise in GDPR, project management skills, and proficiency in MS Office.
  • You will advise on privacy compliance, manage escalated issues, educate employees, monitor GDPR adherence, support contract negotiations, ensure Privacy by Design, liaise with authorities, and develop privacy metrics.

Requirements

  • Experience in a DPO role within continental Europe performing a variety of privacy programme components with a high degree of independence in a fast-paced, highly agile environment.
  • Insurance or financial services industry experience is beneficial
  • Certifications (CIPP/EU, CIPM, CIPT, or CISSP) are beneficial
  • High proficiency in English language (C1/C2) skills are mandatory. Fluency in Dutch or other EU language skills is beneficial
  • Degree level education
  • Expert level of privacy programme management and European privacy laws and regulations (such as GDPR), ability to apply the rules and implementing rules, codes and guidance
  • Demonstrated project management skills, including leading multiple work streams in a resource-constrained environment
  • Demonstrated ability of applying privacy requirements to practical use cases beyond policy formulation and compliance
  • Professional relationship management with all partners (e.g. Supervisory Authorities)
  • Experience drafting, implementing and maintaining internal and external privacy documents
  • Proficient in Microsoft suite of products

Responsibilities

  • Be a privacy subject matter expert and advise European entities on privacy and data protection matters. Provide practical advice to help European business teams meet privacy compliance requirements.
  • Manage privacy-related issues that have been escalated to the Privacy team, and direct enquiries to the relevant European department for resolution. Monitor resolutions.
  • Educate European entities and employees about their obligations under the GDPR and any other applicable EU member state data protection regulations.
  • Monitor European entities compliance with the GDPR and any other applicable EU member state data protection and perform audits of compliance with such laws and regulations.
  • Support contract negotiations and advise on data processing agreements
  • Ensure Privacy by Design processes are embedded into business.
  • Liaise, partner and act as the contact for the data protection supervisory authorities on matters relating to the processing of personal data and other matters.
  • Develop privacy metrics, following the Assurant Global Privacy Office’s practices, and report to the relevant Executive Managers and EU entities governance boards, and present to European governance forums on privacy and data protection issues.
  • Partner with the lines of business in the investigation and management of potential breaches/instances of non-compliance to support prompt and accurate reporting.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer remote or hybrid working opportunities.

What is the primary responsibility of the Data Protection Officer?

The primary responsibility is to ensure that privacy policies, processes, and procedures are in place across the European business entities and to support, maintain, and further implement the Assurant Global Privacy & Data Protection Programme in compliance with GDPR and other applicable European data protection laws.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have experience in a DPO role within continental Europe, a degree-level education, and expert knowledge of privacy programme management and European privacy laws, particularly GDPR.

Is industry experience necessary for this role?

While not mandatory, experience in the insurance or financial services industry is beneficial.

Are there preferred certifications for this job?

Yes, certifications such as CIPP/EU, CIPM, CIPT, or CISSP are beneficial.

What languages are required for this position?

High proficiency in English (C1/C2) is mandatory, and fluency in Dutch or other EU language skills is beneficial.

What kind of benefits does Assurant offer?

Assurant offers a bonus scheme, car allowance, premium-free pension and WIA insurance, care and welfare allowance, birthday allowance, an internal wellbeing programme, and learning and development opportunities.

Who will the Data Protection Officer report to?

The DPO will report to the International Privacy Officer within the Assurant Global Privacy Office.

What is the culture like at Assurant?

Assurant promotes a unique culture that values a passion for service, innovation, and the willingness to take chances, which is collectively referred to as "The Assurant Way."

Does Assurant have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Assurant believes that diversity inspires creativity, enhances performance, and aligns better with clients, thereby improving employee engagement and creating growth opportunities.

How can I apply for this position?

You can apply by visiting jobs.assurant.com and submitting your application through the designated platform.

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Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products. Thank you for visiting Assurant’s LinkedIn community. Before posting, please review our guidelines at https://www.assurant.com/social-community-guidelines.