Data Protection Adviser (7-month contract)

Pictet Group; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 100’000 - 130’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking a knowledgeable individual to join their Group Legal Technology and Privacy Team in Geneva. This mid-senior level role focuses on providing expertise in data protection regulations and artificial intelligence, ensuring compliance while advising internal teams on innovative projects.

Qualifikationen

• At least 3 years' experience in a similar role, ideally within the financial industry.
• Excellent command of French and English; fluency in German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Provide advice on data protection and AI compliance for new products.
• Review data processing agreements and provide legal counsel.

Kenntnisse

Data Protection Regulations

Artificial Intelligence Knowledge

Teamwork

Pragmatic Communication

Organizational Skills

Ausbildung

University degree in Swiss Law

Swiss bar exam

Jobbeschreibung

Your team

Corporate Functions includes the Group’s non-banking activities and employs more than 600 people. These functions are carried out by specialists with expertise across all business units and include the Communications, Compliance, Finance, Group Strategy and Projects, Human Resources, Information Security, Internal Audit, Legal, Risk, and Tax departments.

You will be joining the Group Legal Technology and Privacy Team, a dynamic unit responsible for technological innovation, Gen AI, digitalisation, and data protection across the Pictet Group. You will report to the Head of Group Legal Technology and Privacy in Geneva and advise the Group and Swiss organisations on processing the personal data of staff, clients, providers, or any other individuals in compliance with applicable data protection rules. You will also provide support and expertise in the artificial intelligence regulatory framework.

Your role

• Provide advice and recommendations on data protection and artificial intelligence (AI) to internal teams looking to roll out new products and services.
• Work with Information Security, Technology & Operation teams, project managers, and business units on data protection and AI-related projects.
• Ensure data protection and AI regulation compliance in projects and initiatives, working closely with relevant stakeholders to perform impact assessments (e.g., DPIA, TIA, etc.).
• Review data processing agreements (DPAs), other contracts, disclaimers, and information notices related to data protection or AI.
• Provide legal counsel and advice to Swiss organisations on personal data breaches and data subject requests, including notifying or responding to relevant authorities or data subjects as necessary.
• Contribute to Group data protection governance, working closely with the Group DPO and other DPOs within the Group, as well as relevant stakeholders.

Your profile

• University degree in Swiss Law; Swiss bar exam would be a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of data protection regulations (Swiss and EU); knowledge of artificial intelligence and financial regulations would be a plus.
• At least 3 years' experience in a similar role, ideally within the financial industry.
• Excellent command of French and English; fluency in German would be a plus.
• Rigorous and results-oriented.
• Pragmatic, synthetic communication, and good organizational skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Note

We will not accept any CVs via agencies.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Pictet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. We respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

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