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What we offer:

Group Summary:

The Legal Counsel, Data Privacy and Protection will provide legal advisory services on data privacy and protection, ensuring compliance by providing expert knowledge and cost-effective advice, guidance, and support on a proactive basis, to minimize potential risk exposure and legal claims within the region of scope.

The position is based in either Sailauf, near Aschaffenburg, or Munich.

• Provide cross-functional advice and guidance on regional data privacy and regulatory inquiries, with a focus on employee and candidate data privacy.
• Develop practical solutions for fundamental questions in alignment with relevant data privacy regulations.
• Assist in evaluating and analyzing new technologies and systems for data privacy compliance.
• Supports and assists with the implementation and maintenance of Data Privacy related operations including but not limited to data inventories, data privacy notices and consent notices.
• Review, negotiate and draft contracts, particularly data processing agreements, standard contractual clauses, and internal policies, including in an international context.
• Contribute to process improvements, increased efficiency, compliance framework enhancements and development of standard methodologies.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and monitor industry trends to remain informed about future developments, trends, and best practices related to data privacy and regulatory requirements.
• Assist divisions in the preparation and documentation of internal audits related to Data Privacy, evaluate potential findings, and provide guidance in the implementation of action plans.
• Raise awareness among employees by developing Data Privacy training sessions.

Who we are looking for

• LLM degree and license to practice law in a European Union country, with a minimum of 5 years (preferably 7+ years) of experience in data privacy, regulatory compliance, and contract law.
• Strong understanding of GDPR, international data transfer mechanisms and employee data privacy regulations.
• Certifications in data privacy (e.g. CIPP/E or similar) are a plus.
• Proven track record advising on GDPR compliance, including risk assessments, DPIAs, and regulatory responses.
• Experience reviewing, negotiating, and drafting data processing agreements (DPAs), standard contractual clauses (SCCs), and vendor contracts.
• Hands-on experience with privacy frameworks, data inventories, and regulatory audits.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams (Legal, HR, IT, Compliance) on privacy initiatives.
• Native or C2 fluency in German and English is required.
• Strong legal analysis and problem-solving skills with a strategic, risk-based approach.
• Ability to develop and implement training programs for employees.
• Ability to simplify complex legal and technical concepts actionable business guidance.

Site Benefits

• Flexible working hours and remote work
• Health programs and team events
• International, dynamic and responsible workplace
• Training programs and internal development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Profit participation program
• Employee & Family assistance program
• Additional statutory holiday entitlement
• Cafeteria
• Parking possibilities

Please submit your application along with your earliest starting date, salary expectations, and preferred location.

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