Associate Data Protection Counsel

About Satispay
At Satispay, we're not just reimagining payments; we're pioneering a movement toward simplicity and accessibility. Picture yourself at the forefront of innovation, leading the way in revolutionizing payments - and beyond! - across Europe, alongside a vibrant community of like-minded individuals driven by a shared vision: simplifying payments to improve everyone’s life.

Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Satispay is the place for you! Come be part of our dynamic team and help us shape the future of payments in Europe.

🚀 Join us as an Associate Data Protection Counsel and let's make magic happen together.

Role Overview
As an Associate Data Protection Counsel, you’ll be a key part of our growing legal team and play an important role within this crucial function at Satispay Group. You'll take on a variety of tasks that help shape and support our business. Beyond working closely with internal stakeholders across various departments (Product, Marketing, Compliance, etc), you’ll be a main point of contact for our external DPO and auditors, ensuring cohesive communication and alignment on data protection initiatives.

Your mission:

• Strategic advisory role. Provide expert, strategic guidance on projects and products that impact personal data protection, ensuring alignment with Satispay’s goals and regulatory compliance.

• Regulatory compliance support. Ensure data processing activities comply with GDPR and other relevant privacy laws, while actively contributing to strategic business objectives.

• Training and awareness. Conduct training sessions and workshops to embed data protection awareness across all teams.

• Vendor and third-party compliance. Ensure thorough data privacy due diligence and risk assessments for third-party vendors, helping maintain robust compliance standards.

• ROPA and Policy framework development. Maintain and update detailed records of data processing activities. Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive data protection policies, procedures, and frameworks that adapt to evolving business needs.

• Documentation and reporting. Produce comprehensive reports for senior management, internal committees, and the board of directors on the status of the data protection framework. Ensure that data protection considerations are integrated into broader sustainability and governance strategies, contributing to the development and alignment of data privacy initiatives within the context of CSRD and ESG.

• Regulatory liaison. Assist in managing relationships with data protection authorities and oversee regulatory inquiries and audits.

Your ideal profile:

• You have at least 5 years of experience in data protection roles, with a strong focus on strategic advisory for complex projects. You are familiar with new technologies impacting data privacy and have an in-depth knowledge of GDPR and data privacy regulations, particularly in Italy and Luxembourg.

• Educational background. You have a degree in law, you are preferably a qualified lawyer with at least 3 years of experience in primary law firms with strong Data Privacy practice.

• Strategic and risk-based approach. You can provide strategic advice and align data protection strategies with business objectives, adopting a risk-based approach to manage and navigate data protection challenges.

• Innovative mindset. You integrate data protection best practices into technological processes and develop solutions that support business innovation.

• Passion for privacy and strategic impact. You are motivated to embed data protection at the core of business strategy and thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment.

• Communication skills. You possess excellent communication skills, allowing you to effectively advise and influence senior management and engage a variety of stakeholders.

• Adaptability. You thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and can adapt quickly to new challenges and priorities.

• Language proficiency. You are fluent in English; knowledge of Italian is a plus.

Don't let a checklist hold you back - at Satispay, we thrive on diverse perspectives and unique strengths. Your individuality could be the missing piece to our puzzle! Even if you don't meet every skill listed above, we encourage you to apply if you're passionate about the role and believe you can contribute to our team's success.

Your Perks as a Satisperson

🙆🏻 Join an international team to grow with
🏡 Hybrid working policy
🍽️ Fuel your day with our meal vouchers
🌐 Preply language platform access to expand your language skills
❤️‍🩹 Take care of yourself and your family with our health insurance plan
🚀 Own part of Satispay’s success with our Stock Option Plan
✈️ Moving from abroad? Get support for your relocation
👵🏻 Plan for the future with our pension plan
👩🏻‍💻 Gear up with our tech equipment
🥳 Join us in the fun with team-building events, parties, trips, and more!

Our selection process is tailored to each role and includes at least a call with our Talent Acquisition Team, a technical evaluation, and a final in-person meeting. Your recruiter will share more insights during your first meeting with us!

Equal Opportunity Employer
At Satispay, we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds. This opportunity is open to everyone, regardless – for instance - of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and national origin. Join us in a workplace where everyone belongs!

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