Senior Data Protection professional

Datashift; Antwerpen; Hybride; EUR 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Datashift seeks an experienced DPO/Privacy Expert to support organizations on privacy, data protection and compliance challenges, helping them prepare for future regulations affecting data, technology and AI.

The role combines advisory work with hands-on execution, translating regulatory requirements into practical, future-proof solutions for clients across diverse industries. Hybrid working from our Antwerp HQ and client sites is available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in privacy and data protection, preferably in a DPO role.
• Certified Data Protection Officer (DPO) with hands-on DPO experience.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and DPIAs/PIAs, RoPAs, Privacy by Design, and privacy incident management.
• Experience in process and risk management, with the ability to advise stakeholders.
• Seniority and autonomy to lead assignments independently with pragmatic approaches.
• Excellent communication, fluent Dutch and English; French is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on privacy and data protection topics.
• Support clients in meeting current regulatory requirements and preparing for new legislation.
• Translate regulatory requirements into pragmatic, future-proof solutions.
• Lead assignments independently and provide expert guidance within client environments.
• Contribute to AI governance initiatives and privacy challenge discussions.

Connaissances

Dutch

English

Communication skills

Advisory skills

Description du poste

Your role

We are seeking an experienced

Your role

We are seeking an experienced DPO/Privacy Expert with a strong background in Privacy and Data Protection. The successful candidate will support organizations in addressing their privacy, data protection, and compliance challenges while helping them prepare for new and emerging regulations impacting data, technology, and artificial intelligence.

This role combines hands-on expertise, advisory capabilities, and the ability to translate regulatory requirements into pragmatic and future-proof solutions. The DPO/Privacy Expert will work on challenging assignments for one or more clients while contributing to an environment where knowledge sharing and subject matter expertise are central.

Privacy & Data Protection Advisory

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on privacy and data protection related topics.
• Support organizations in meeting current regulatory requirements and preparing for new and emerging legislation.
• Advise management and other stakeholders on privacy, compliance, process, and risk management matters.
• Translate regulatory requirements into pragmatic, practical, and future-proof solutions.

GDPR & Compliance Expertise

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of GDPR and its practical application.
• Conduct and support DPIAs/PIAs, RoPAs, Privacy by Design activities, and privacy incident management processes.
• Address complex privacy challenges in a pragmatic and risk-based manner.
• Lead assignments independently and provide expert guidance within client environments.

Emerging Regulations & AI Governance

• Contribute to initiatives related to the EU AI Act, AI Governance, and AI-related privacy challenges.
• Support clients in understanding the growing intersection between privacy, data, risk, compliance, and artificial intelligence.
• Further develop expertise across both established and emerging compliance domains.

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in privacy and Data Protection, preferably as a DPO or in a senior privacy role;
• Certified Data Protection Officer (DPO) combined with hands-on experience acting as DPO
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and hands on experience with DPIAs/PIAs, RoPAs, Privacy by Design, and privacy incident management;
• Experience in process and risk management, with the ability to advise management and other stakeholders;
• The seniority and autonomy to lead assignments independently and address complex privacy challenges in a pragmatic way;
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in both Dutch and English;
• Knowledge of French is considered a plus;
• Knowledge of, or experience with, the EU AI Act, AI Governance, and AI related privacy challenges is a strong asset;
• Experience working within complex organizations and/or across diverse client environments is an additional advantage.

Personal Profile

We are looking for someone who:

• Is ambitious, proactive, and highly driven.
• Strives to differentiate through quality rather than volume.
• Understands the importance of becoming a trusted advisor to clients.
• Is intellectually curious and continuously follows regulatory and industry developments.
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment.

Geographic Scope

• Our headquarters are located in Antwerp. As you'll be working with clients across different locations, we offer a flexible and hybrid working model, combining work from our office (flexible), client sites and home, depending on the needs of the project.

What We Offer

• Direct collaboration with experienced Partners and industry experts.
• High-impact engagements with leading companies across industries.
• Significant client exposure and executive-level interaction.
• A flat organizational structure with empowered professionals.
• The opportunity to build and grow a market-leading Data Protection and Privacy practice.
• An environment that values expertise, quality, trust, and long-term client relationships.

Ready to make an impact?