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Data Protection Consultant

On-site in Pozuelo de Alarcón·Added 4 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

Verisure

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Work mode
On-site, Pozuelo de Alarcón
Contract
Internship contract
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • University Degree with proven experience in the field of Data Protection (can come from the legal or consulting/auditing world).
  • Experience in a similar position for at least 5 years performing functions similar to those described.
  • Demonstrable attitude and competencies oriented towards results with a high degree of responsibility, commitment, and initiative.
  • Demonstrable verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work with a certain degree of autonomy.
  • Ability to speak and write in English fluently (C1)

Nice to have

  • Experience in the use of privacy governance management tools e.g., One Trust.
  • Experience in the use of AI tools (Harvei, Claude, ChatGPT, Legora, etc...) in daily work to make tasks more efficient.

The role

Reporting directly to the head of the Privacy Area within the Legal Department, your mission will be to provide support to this area in all activities related to personal data protection. You will support the definition, execution, and implementation of all initiatives to allow the Organization to continue reinforcing all its processes in the field of privacy and thus achieve an ever-increasing level of maturity while minimizing any risk to which we may be exposed.

What you'll do

Work with all business areas to reinforce and maintain the company's "governance" regarding data protection.

  • Reinforce and keep the Company's Data Protection Governance updated on a recurring basis.
  • Participate in the creation, modification, implementation, and monitoring of Privacy and Information Security Policies.
  • Preparation, participation, minute-taking, and monitoring of action plans derived from committees related to privacy and information security at a local level.
  • Preparation, participation, and monitoring in Compliance Audits regarding data protection regulations and monitoring of action plans.
  • Management of the Company's Data Protection Officer's email.
  • Generation of KPIs related to data protection.
  • Keep the Company's Records of Processing Activities updated.
  • Support in the management of security breaches that may occur within the Company.
  • Ensure the performance of data protection impact assessments for all the company's products and services.

Support and assist in the development of the area's planning and objectives.

  • Support the head of the area in the definition of annual objectives and ensure their achievement.
  • Identify and make recommendations for changes in matters related to data protection and adaptation to meet business needs.
  • Identify and make recommendations for solutions to business challenges.

Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

  • Monitor and implement any legislative updates or doctrine (guides) issued by the data protection regulator or that may impact our business.
  • Identify vulnerabilities in our processes that may have an impact on privacy and strengthen them.
  • Performance of Legal Analyses on privacy matters with business impact.
  • Continuous review and updating of all types of legal disclaimers included in all types of documentation, contracting conditions, scripts, or Company sites.
  • Resolution of all types of data protection inquiries and business support.
  • Management and preparation of written responses to Administrative Proceedings received from the AEPD.
  • Review of contracts with providers or collaborators who, within the framework of service provision, process personal data.

Support to Group and Region

  • Participate in projects and meetings with Verisure Group teams and coordinate their development and implementation in the Region countries (Portugal, Italy, and LatAm countries).
  • Export "best practices" in data protection matters to Region countries.
  • Support to countries in any matter regarding data protection that may arise.

Collaboration with the IT Security Area on matters that have an impact on data protection.

  • Given the relationship between data protection and information security, the relationship and communication with the IT Security area must be fluid; therefore, we must guarantee coordination with them on any matter that may have an impact on data protection.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Application

  2. Pre-selection

    Verisure contacts you to check your fit with the role.

  3. We want to meet you

    Interviews where the project, its challenges and the workplace are presented and you are assessed technically and personally; in person or online.

  4. Offer

  5. Onboarding

    Welcome programme with information and training on the company, teams and objectives.

  • Verisure looks for potential and fit with the company's values as much as technical skills.
  • Interviews can be in person or online.

About Verisure

Verisure is a leading European provider of professionally monitored security systems for homes and small businesses. Operating across more than 17 countries, the company designs, installs, and monitors alarm systems, offering 24/7 response services. With a strong focus on innovation, Verisure integrates smart home technology and AI-driven analytics into its security solutions, serving millions of customers worldwide.

In Spain, Verisure has a significant presence with offices and operations across numerous cities, including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. The company is known for its dynamic sales culture and offers a wide range of roles, from commercial agents to technical and analytical positions. For international professionals, Verisure provides opportunities in a fast-paced environment with clear career progression, though most roles require Spanish language proficiency.

Industry
Home Security
Founded
1988
Employees
10,000–15,000
Headquarters
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 48 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Verisure has a strong presence in Spain with offices in multiple cities, including Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia.
  • The company offers a wide range of roles, from commercial and technical positions to data analytics and software development.
  • Most customer-facing roles require Spanish language proficiency, but technical and analytical roles may be more accessible for international candidates.
  • Verisure provides clear career progression plans, especially for commercial roles, with opportunities for advancement.
  • The company is part of a large international group, offering potential for cross-border mobility within Europe.
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