Privacy & Governance Specialist

Privacy & Governance Specialist

Are you an expert in data privacy and governance, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence? We are looking for a Privacy & Governance Specialist to join our innovative team.

In this vital role, you will lead efforts to ensure compliance with privacy regulations and implement robust data governance strategies. You will collaborate with various departments to design and enforce policies that protect our data assets and support operational efficiency.

If you possess strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of privacy laws and best practices, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, we encourage you to apply and play a key role in our dedication to data protection and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Privacy & Governance Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our organization adheres to the highest standards of data privacy and information governance. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and Implementing Privacy Policies: Create and maintain comprehensive privacy policies and procedures that comply with relevant regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection laws.
• Conducting Privacy Impact Assessments: Perform regular privacy impact assessments to identify and mitigate potential privacy risks associated with new projects, processes, or systems.
• Ensuring Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with global data protection laws and regulations, providing guidance to various departments on privacy-related matters.
• Data Governance Frameworks: Design, implement, and manage data governance frameworks that ensure the accuracy, integrity, and security of our data assets. Establish clear data stewardship roles and responsibilities across the organization.
• Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on privacy policies, data protection practices, and their role in maintaining data security and compliance.
• Incident Response and Management: Lead the response to data breaches and privacy incidents, including investigation, notification, and remediation efforts. Ensure thorough documentation and reporting of incidents.
• Vendor Management: Assess and manage privacy and data protection risks associated with third-party vendors and partners. Ensure contractual agreements include necessary data protection provisions.
• Monitoring and Auditing: Continuously monitor privacy practices and data governance processes to identify areas for improvement. Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure ongoing compliance and effectiveness of privacy controls.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with IT, compliance, and other departments to integrate privacy and data governance into all aspects of the organization’s operations and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Law.
• Minimum of 5 years in data privacy, data protection, and information governance within the financial sector.
• Experience working in an international environment is a plus.
• Proficient in English an Polish language both verbal and written.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of data privacy, data handling and data classification.
• Demonstrate experience of managing data privacy issues in a global organization.
• Expertise in global and European data protection laws and practices and an in-depth understanding of the GDPR.
• Capable of conducting data privacy compliance reviews and audits.
• Have the ability to develop awareness and communications at all levels within our global organization.
• Ability to communicate complex privacy concepts clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in supporting cross-functional teams and fostering a culture of compliance within an organization.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align privacy and governance strategies with organizational goals and objectives.

In this role, you will be a key advocate for privacy and data protection, driving initiatives that safeguard our organization's information assets and enhance our compliance posture.