DP Consultant / Data Protection Officer (f/m/d)

 Our Data Privacy team in Düsseldorf is looking for you!   

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

• You will report to the Head of Data Protection, sitting in Germany
• You will act as a DPO in Germany for certain German entities in the Energy Assets domain - these are entities which are producing or storing power or power-related assets
• Your duties include all the statutory duties such as providing support to the business on data protection queries, answering subject access requests, advising on Germany-specific data protection issues, reviewing data protection agreements, supporting in DPIAs and so on
• You will need to travel on a regular basis to the locations of the Assets to create and maintain relationships with local stakeholders as well as carry out audits or support in audits as necessary
• You will need to maintain documentation in relation to the entity compliance for reporting purposes
• You will be working together with the Privacy Team to carry out your duties

Your profile

Essential

• Fluent in English and German
• Prior data protection related work, inhouse or in a law firm is essential, such that the individual is able to independently and competently advise stakeholders on data protection issues in a pragmatic manner, and carry out other daily data protection tasks on their own. At least 5 years of experience in data protection is required
• Data Protection Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT or their equivalents from other certification bodies are mandatory
• Knowledge of data protection laws including but not limited to the GDPR/BDSG, as well as an understanding on how to assess technical and organisational measures
• Understanding of ISMS Audit requirements under ISO standards as well as BSI Basic Protection Requirements in relation to data protection
• Ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders and present complex technical topics to them
• Willing to travel on a regular basis (up to 50%) to various locations in Germany

Desirable

• A legal qualification (admission into any jurisdiction or a law degree) is considered desirable. Candidates without legal qualifications but with extensive data protection experience and certifications will be considered
• A technical or engineering background together with a legal qualification is highly desirable
• Prior inhouse experience is an advantage
• Prior experience as a DPO is an advantage

Your benefits

• Choosing how, where, and when to work in accordance with your team and the requirements of your job
• Modern and ergonomic equipment for your workplace (home & office)
• Support to balance private life and work: Sabbaticals, part-time possibilities, family service

• Car and bike leasing offer (deferred compensation) 
• E-car charging stations at almost all Uniper locations

Health offers:

• Flu vaccination
• Preventive health services
• Employee assistance program

Company pension:

• Employer-funded contributions to a modern pension system
• Possibility of self-funded contributions with employer-funded matching

Trainings:

• Lifelong training
• Coaching

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at:

career@uniper.energy

Attention! Please apply via the button in this portal. Application documents that reach us by post will not be returned and, like those we receive by e-mail, can unfortunately not be considered!

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.