Our client is a well established cloud based platform and software provider, encompassing SaaS and AI based tech to offer an end-to-end solution to millions of end users. They are well established and continue to grow.This position is Dublin based with flexibility to WFH.The role:We are seeking a Data Protection Officer (DPO) with responsibility for ensuring compliance with local data protection regulations, such as the GDPR for the European Union, and HIPAA in North America. The DPO will handle all matters related to the protection of personal data and serve as the primary contact for the Data Protection Commission.The DPO will also act as the point of contact regarding GDPR compliance and ensure that the group’s data protection policies are implemented across all business units. The position will report to the Director of Compliance with dotted line to the parent group.The DPO will work closely with the GC, therefore legal qualification / experience is highly desirable.Responsibilities will address Data Protection matters encompassing:Support and AdviceImpact assessment and issue identificationChange design and implementationLegal ValidationCommunication & training design and roll-outContractual affairsInternal Control & AuditRegulatory MonitoringQualifications required:Common-law legal qualification is preferred.Master’s / degree in Personal Data Law, Intellectual Property, Contracts or similar.Circa 5 years of experience as a DPO within an MNC, law firm or Data Protection Authority.Autonomy and ability to work with multiple teams across different departments. Rigorous, detail-oriented, and skilled in community management, training, and maintaining close relationships with multidisciplinary teams.Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong organisational and project management skills.A competitive package together with excellent prospects are on offer to the successful applicant.CV’s to accompany applications in the first instance please.Fford & Stone is a trusted partner of the business profiledDue to high levels of interest it isn’t always possible to respond to all applicants, however we will be in contact if we can assist youWe take Equal Opportunities seriously, any PQE indicated in this advertisement is a guide only and all applications will be reviewed on meritBy applying for this role your details will be submitted to Fford Stone Ltd. See website for Privacy Policy.
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