Data Protection Officer – Remote-First

EPI Company; Remote; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A European payments initiative is seeking a compliance expert to ensure GDPR and data protection laws are upheld. You will manage data strategies, oversee policy implementation, and act as the main point of contact for regulatory bodies. This role embraces a remote-first culture allowing flexible work arrangements within specific European countries. The ideal candidate will be proactive and have experience in payment systems, making an impactful contribution from day one.

Qualifikationen

• Experience overseeing data protection strategy.
• Skills in implementing data protection policies.
• Ability to manage data breach responses.

Aufgaben

• Oversee and manage the organization’s data protection strategy.
• Lead in the implementation of data protection policies.
• Handle individuals' requests regarding their personal data.

Kenntnisse

GDPR compliance

Data protection laws

Operational efficiency

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

🚀Be part of a movement to change the way Europe pays

In today’s digital world, payments often still feel outdated: random delays and confusing rules make it harder than it should be to pay and get paid. The European Payments Initiative (EPI) is here to change all that, forever.

With Wero, our digital wallet, we make sending and receiving money simple, seamless and secure across France, Belgium and Germany, with more countries and omnichannel solutions coming soon. Supported by 14 major banks and the two largest European acquirers, EPI is building a new, proudly European payment system: easy, instant and transparent, all for the greater good.

What's in it for you

Working on an exciting mission of EPI - empowering European financial sovereignty. Be part of a legal team where your opinion matters, and you will immediately be able to make an impact and see results.

At EPI, we embrace a remote-first culture, enabling our teams to work remotely from the country they are based in, with in-person meetings at least once a quarter to foster collaboration and connection.

Your impact

You will play a critical role in ensuring that our organization complies with GDPR, PSD2, and other data protection laws, while balancing data security with operational efficiency. You will notably:

• Oversee and manage the organization’s data protection strategy

• Lead in the implementation of data protection policies

• Provide data protection training

• Manage data breach responses

Handle individuals' requests regarding their personal data and the exercise of their rights

Be the main point of contact for regulatory bodies for privacy matter

Work closely together with the legal, compliance and risk teams in ensuring overall organizational regulatory risk awareness

Countries

For legal and compliance reasons, you will be expected to work in one of the following countries: Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain.

Recruitment steps

1. A first call with one of our recruiters

2. An interview with the current DPO, focused on your experience and expertise

3. An interview with the Hiring Manager (General Counsel), focused on the expertise and cultural fit with the team and EPI

4. Hopefully, an offer you can’t refuse

Turn back if …

• You’re looking for an already highly structured environment with no ambiguity

• You have not worked in a payment scheme or a payment company (AISP or PISP)

• You're not based in one of EPI hiring countries (Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain)

Otherwise apply!

Our commitment to equal employment opportunities

EPI offers the same job opportunities to all, without distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age. EPI promotes the development of an inclusive work environment that mirrors the diversity of the clients our product is serving.