Junior Privacy Counsel

Glovo Group; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Private health insurance

Glovo credit

Transportation discounts

Kindergarten discounts

Gym membership

Remote work flexibility

Extended leave

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Glovo Group in Barcelona is seeking a Junior Privacy Counsel to join the Global Delivery Hero Data Protection Team. You will counsel internal stakeholders on privacy compliance and help implement privacy programs while aligning with global laws and best practices.

You will support data mapping, DPIAs, DPAs, and intra-group transfers, while contributing to AI governance and compliance initiatives across multiple regions. This role emphasizes collaboration, ownership, and proactive problem solving.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in data protection/privacy or related areas and GDPR knowledge.
• An educational background in law, at least a bachelor’s or comparable degree.
• Certified expertise in EU privacy laws (IAPP CIPP/E, CIPM, TÜV DPO etc.) is a plus.
• Excellent English language skills. Polish, Spanish or German is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in advising online technology companies and data-driven businesses across multiple jurisdictions is a plus
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing across different cultures and functions
• Proactive, taking ownership, anticipating challenges, and actively supporting initiatives forward

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on data protection matters under global frameworks such as the GDPR.
• Provide expert, risk-based privacy advice to the business on new products, initiatives, and operational changes.
• Privacy contracting and risk management expertise, with specific experience in drafting and negotiating DPAs and intra-group data transfer agreements, conducting privacy due diligence for onboarding third-party service providers and navigating privacy compliance and due diligence within an M&A context.
• Support the data mapping process and documentation of data processing activities conducted by the business and staff functions, including the performance of data protection impact assessments.
• Develop, implement, and maintain global privacy and data protection policies, notices, and internal procedures.
• Support the team’s communications to the DH Group management board, supervisory board (including audit and risk committees), and business leadership teams.
• Conduct privacy maturity audits, ensuring consistency in reporting and remediation efforts.
• Manage and support investigations or fine-related proceedings with data protection authorities, including the development of strategic mitigation plans.
• Monitor ongoing developments around AI governance and contribute to the improvement of AI governance frameworks, ensuring responsible use of AI systems and compliance with emerging AI regulations globally.

Skills

English language

Polish

Spanish

German

Stakeholder management

Proactive ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

IAPP CIPP/E / CIPM / TÜV DPO

Job description

Glovo is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in around 65 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.

Job Description

We are on the lookout for an Junior Privacy Counsel to join the Global Delivery Hero Data Protection Team on our journey to always deliver amazing experiences.

This opportunity will see you join the team that protects and enables Delivery Hero’s growth. In the global Legal, Governance and Assurance (One LGA) team, you’ll support key initiatives by providing proactive legal guidance that aligns business goals with regulatory standards. Your work will help mitigate risks and ensure we’re positioned for sustainable, long-term success—making you a key contributor to our mission of delivering amazing experiences worldwide.

This role is part of the global data protection office of Delivery Hero Group, based at our Glovo office in Barcelona. The role involves counselling internal stakeholders on privacy compliance, supporting the implementation of privacy programs and ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations and industry best practices. We are looking for a true collaborator with a hands‑on, proactive approach who can work effectively across teams to drive privacy initiatives forward.

• Provide legal advice on data protection matters under global frameworks such as the GDPR.
• Provide expert, risk‑based privacy advice to the business on new products, initiatives, and operational changes.
• Privacy contracting and risk management expertise, with specific experience in drafting and negotiating DPAs and intra‑group data transfer agreements, conducting privacy due diligence for onboarding third‑party service providers and navigating privacy compliance and due diligence within an M&A context.
• Support the data mapping process and documentation of data processing activities conducted by the business and staff functions, including the performance of data protection impact assessments.
• Develop, implement, and maintain global privacy and data protection policies, notices, and internal procedures.
• Support the team’s communications to the DH Group management board, supervisory board (including audit and risk committees), and business leadership teams.
• Conduct privacy maturity audits, ensuring consistency in reporting and remediation efforts.
• Manage and support investigations or fine‑related proceedings with data protection authorities, including the development of strategic mitigation plans.
• Monitor ongoing developments around AI governance and contribute to the improvement of AI governance frameworks, ensuring responsible use of AI systems and compliance with emerging AI regulations globally.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in data protection/privacy or related areas and GDPR knowledge
• An educational background in law, at least a bachelor's or comparable degree
• Certified expertise in EU privacy laws (IAPP CIPP/E, CIPM, TÜV DPO etc.) is a plus
• Excellent English language skills. Polish, Spanish or German is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in advising online technology companies and data-driven businesses across multiple jurisdictions is a plus
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing across different cultures and functions
• Proactive, taking ownership, anticipating challenges, and actively supporting initiatives forward

Additional Information

As the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience, fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide, powered by tech, designed by people. As one of Europe’s largest tech platforms, headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index. We enable creative minds to deliver solutions that create impact within our ecosystem. We move fast, take action and adapt. No matter where you're from or what you believe in, we build, we deliver, we lead. We are Delivery Hero.

What’s in it for you

• An enticing equity plan that lets you own a piece of the action.
• Top-notch private health insurance to keep you at your peak.
• Monthly Glovo credit to satisfy your cravings!
• Discounts on transportation, food, and even kindergarten expenses.
• Discounted gym memberships to keep you energised.
• Extra time off, the freedom to work from home two days a week, and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to three weeks a year!
• Enhanced parental leave, and office‑based nursery.
• Online therapy and wellbeing benefits to ensure your mental well-being.

Ready to join our team? If you’re excited to grow, collaborate and be part of the world’s leading delivery platform, we’d love to hear from you.

At Glovo, your success is defined by both results and behaviours. We hire for excellence in craft and for the Leadership Principles that shape how we think, decide, and collaborate. What you achieve matters and how you achieve it defines us. Together, they move the business forward and deliver great experiences. Learn more about our Leadership Principles here.

At Glovo, your success is defined by both results and behaviors. We hire for excellence in craft and for the Leadership Principles that shape how we think, decide, and collaborate. What you achieve matters and how you achieve it defines us. Together, they move the business forward and deliver great experiences.

Here at Glovo, we thrive on diversity, we believe it enhances our teams, products, and culture. We know that the best ideas come from a mashup of brilliant diverse minds. This is why we are committed to providing equal opportunities to talent from all backgrounds – all genders, racial/diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, sexual orientations and all other unique characteristics that make you YOU. We will encourage you to bring your authentic self to work, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard.

Feel free to note your pronouns in your application (e.g., she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).

So, ready to take the wheel and make this the ride of your life?

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