Senior Legal Counsel, Data Protection Officer

Stellenbeschreibung:

Draft, review, and negotiate IT and non-IT contracts, including SaaS, service, consulting, and data processing agreements
Maintain and evolve ADH standard contract templates
Advise management and cross-functional teams on legal matters, supplier and tool assessments, and third-party risk management
Provide legal advice on AI-related topics and support related assessments
Adapt Allianz corporate rules for ADH and oversee implementation
Support corporate legal housekeeping
Maintain ADH’s data privacy organization in line with GDPR and Allianz corporate rules
Own records of processing activities and support privacy, data protection, transfer, and ethical impact assessments
Advise product owners and information security on privacy implications of new features and product changes
Foster a data privacy culture through tailored privacy trainings
Maintain ADH’s compliance management system
Assess and implement relevant Allianz compliance programs
Manage non-financial risks, including oversight, documentation, and control testing
Monitor regulatory changes, assess their impact, and support implementation
Deliver tailored compliance trainings
Act as the link between ADH and Allianz Group legal, privacy, and compliance functions

Requirements

Completed law degree: 2nd German state exam, LL.M., Doctor of Laws, or European equivalent
Privacy certification such as CIPP/E is a plus
At least 5 years of relevant experience in contract and IT law, gained at a law firm or in-house
Experience focused on privacy, IT law, and regulatory matters
Solid knowledge of AI regulation and its practical relevance for digital business processes and data processing
Fluent English, including legal terminology
Proven experience as a Data Protection Officer and/or Compliance Officer
Strong track record drafting and negotiating IT contracts, including SaaS, data processing, joint controller, and controller-to-controller agreements
Experience designing privacy and compliance policies and processes
Target-oriented and diligent working style
Ability to operate autonomously while collaborating closely with a broader team

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating IT and non-IT contracts, with a strong focus on privacy and compliance management in accordance with GDPR. Proven ability to provide legal advice on AI-related topics and implement corporate legal standards effectively.