Associate Data Protection Counsel

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About Satispay

Satispay was born to revolutionise everyday payments – making them simple, fair, and accessible to everyone. Now, the focus has moved even further, aiming to shape the future of money. We empower millions of people, driven by a shared purpose to tackle big challenges. We move quickly, think boldly, and trust each other to challenge the norm, learning and growing as we go.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Associate Data Protection Counsel , you’ll be a key part of our growing legal team and play an important role within this crucial function at Satispay Group. You'll take on a variety of tasks that help shape and support our business. Beyond working closely with internal stakeholders across various departments (Product, Marketing, Compliance, etc), you’ll be a main point of contact for our external DPO and auditors, ensuring cohesive communication and alignment on data protection initiatives.

Day-to-day

• Strategic advisory role: Provide expert, strategic guidance on projects and products that impact personal data protection, ensuring alignment with Satispay’s goals and regulatory compliance.
• Regulatory compliance support: Ensure data processing activities comply with GDPR and other relevant privacy laws, while actively contributing to strategic business objectives.
• Training and awareness: Conduct training sessions and workshops to embed data protection awareness across all teams.
• Vendor and third‑party compliance: Ensure thorough data privacy due diligence and risk assessments for third‑party vendors, helping maintain robust compliance standards.
• ROPA and policy framework development: Maintain and update detailed records of data processing activities. Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive data protection policies, procedures, and frameworks that adapt to evolving business needs.
• Documentation and reporting: Produce comprehensive reports for senior management, internal committees, and the board of directors on the status of the data protection framework. Ensure that data protection considerations are integrated into broader sustainability and governance strategies.
• Regulatory liaison: Assist in managing relationships with data protection authorities and oversee regulatory inquiries and audits.

Who We’re Looking For

• Relevant experience: At least 5 years of experience in data protection roles, with a strong focus on strategic advisory for complex projects. Familiarity with new technologies impacting data privacy and in‑depth knowledge of GDPR and data privacy regulations, particularly in Italy and Luxembourg.
• Strategic and risk‑based approach: Provide strategic advice and align data protection strategies with business objectives, adopting a risk‑based approach.
• Innovative mindset: Integrate data protection best practices into technological processes and develop solutions that support business innovation.
• Communication skills: Excellent communication skills, allowing to effectively advise senior management and engage a variety of stakeholders.
• Educational background: Degree in law, preferably a qualified lawyer with at least 3 years experience in primary law firms with strong Data Privacy practice.
• Language proficiency: Fluent in English; knowledge of Italian is a plus.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment and adapt quickly to new challenges and priorities.
• Passion for privacy: Motivated to embed data protection at the core of business strategy and thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Unlimited paid time off
• Psychological support & mental health webinars with Serenis
• Flexible hybrid working system
• Extended parental leave
• Childcare leave
• Professional development programmes
• Internal mobility programme
• Language classes with Preply
• Internal workshops & training
• Stock Option Plan
• International relocation support
• Competitive salary
• Flexible Benefit budget
• Meal vouchers

Equal‑Opportunity Employer

At Satispay, we’re proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds. This opportunity is open to everyone, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and national origin. Join us in a workplace where everyone belongs!

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Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Legal

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