Data Protection Expert (Freelance)
Data Protection Expert (Freelance)
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Job Description
Our direct automotive customer is in the process of becoming independent as part of a larger organizational transformation. Within this framework the company is establishing its own Data Protection organization.
Several app implementations are currently planned which require data protection approvals. While urgent matters are still handled with support from the old organization our customer aims to set up an alternative solution to ensure capacity and independence.
As a Data Protection Expert (Freelancer) you will support building its Data Protection organization and provide expertise for app implementation projects with a focus on data protection approvals.
Project Start: Mid-September 2025
Duration: 23 months (extension possible)
Workload: approx. 510 hours per week
Location: Remote (fully)
Languages: English (fluent) German (nice to have)
Tasks
- Provide consulting and hands-on support for data protection requirements in app implementation projects
- Conduct and document data protection assessments (e.g. DPIA DSFA TOMs)
- Prepare and coordinate data protection approvals with internal stakeholders
- Act as a liaison with customers experts and cooperate closely with the incoming DPO (starting November 2025)
- Contribute to the setup of processes and structures for our customers independent Data Protection function
Requirements
- Several years of professional experience in Data Protection (at least mid-level; not junior)
- Strong knowledge of GDPR and proven experience in handling data protection approvals within international corporate environments
- Ideally experience with IT/app implementations and related data protection processes
- Independent structured way of working combined with a pragmatic solution-oriented mindset
- Fluent English skills (mandatory); German language skills are a plus
- Comfortable with remote collaboration and virtual stakeholder management
Employment Type
Full Time
