(Senior) Data Protection Officer (DPO)

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Your mission

Join Us at the Ground Level of Something Big

Are you ready to take part in building the future of clean energy from day one? As part of the global Sungrow family—one of the world’s leading providers of PV inverters and energy storage solutions—we are launching an exciting new subsidiary in Europe. This is more than just a job—it’s a unique opportunity to shape the foundation, culture, and direction of a new company with the stability of an industry leader behind you. If you’re looking for a dynamic role where your ideas and initiative truly matter, we invite you to be one of our first pioneers.

Job Summary

The Data Protection Officer (DPO) will oversee the implementation of data protection strategies to ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant data protection laws. The DPO will serve as the point of contact between the company and any Supervisory Authorities that oversee activities related to data.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations for cross-border data transfers related to Sungrow Europe’s business. Serve as the contact point for Supervisory Authorities, including prior consultations under the GDPR.
• Ensure all European subsidiaries comply with harmonized GDPR-aligned data protection policies. Collaborate globally to align European standards with other regions (e.g., U.S., Asia).
• Enforce data minimisation principles by ensuring only essential personal data is collected and processed. Serve as the contact for individuals regarding their data rights under GDPR.
• Act as the primary liaison with supervisory authorities, coordinating all communication and reporting.
• Respond promptly to data breaches, coordinating mitigation with authorities and affected individuals.
• Collaborate with legal teams to review and update Sungrow Europe’s privacy documents, including site policies, cookies, and user agreements.
• Support the iSolarCloud compliance project and overseas data transfer initiatives by reviewing documents, issuing guidelines, and coordinating OA workflows.
• Publish country-specific privacy policies and update employee privacy clauses in handbooks and contracts.
• Ensure technical safeguards (encryption, access control) are in place to protect personal data.
• Conduct regular employee training and internal audits to maintain and monitor data protection compliance across all branches.

Your profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, IT, or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Professional certification in data protection or privacy (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT).
• Proven experience as a Data Protection Officer or in a similar role
• In-depth understanding of GDPR and national data protection laws
• Fluency in English (minimum B2), fluent German is highly beneficial

Skills

• Strong understanding of data processing operations and IT systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.

Working Conditions

• Office-based role with the possibility of travel to other company sites as required (traveling x%)
• Regular interaction with various departments and levels of management.

Why us?

By Joining Us, You Will

Work at the strategic intersection of renewable energy and cutting-edge technology, collaborate with a multinational team, thrive in a flat and fast-paced culture, and play a part in driving meaningful, sustainable transformation.

About Us

We are a green tech company with young creative minds. We are fighting every day to make our mission happen – Clean Power for All! With 650+GW of clean power presently installed worldwide, we are on the road to success!

Welcome at Sungrow

Founded in 1997 by University Professor Cao Renxian, Sungrow is a leader in the research and development of solar inverters with the largest dedicated R&D team in the industry and a broad product portfolio offering PV inverter solutions and energy storage systems for utility-scale, commercial & industrial, and residential applications, as well as internationally recognized floating PV plant solutions, NEV driving solutions, EV charging solutions and renewable hydrogen production systems.