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Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Colt
This is a 1 year fixed term contract
Function: General Counsel
Set up: hybrid
Why we need this role
This role offers a unique opportunity for a Data Protection Lawyer to join a growing and global team. The candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring GDPR compliance, managing data incidents, and providing advisory services on innovative projects. Exceptional writing and problem-solving skills are essential, and the candidate will have the chance to contribute to the development and implementation of global privacy programs. This role aligns with Colt's commitment to providing excellent data protection services for both customers and internal stakeholders.
What you will do
* Supporting the development, coordination, and implementation of our global data protection programme.
* Identifying, interpreting, and applying the EU General Data Protection Regulation, national laws, and European Data Protection Board Guidance.
* Working alongside business owners to research and understand emerging regulatory guidance and emerging regulations, including cybersecurity laws that impact the processing of personal information.
* Providing privacy risk management advice and consultation to business units operating globally, including dealing with problem-solving and a high volume of often complex queries.
* Providing advice on Privacy Impact Assessments.
* Supporting breach response in relation to privacy incidents and data breaches.
* Ensuring that data protection becomes fully embedded as part of business as usual through the development of extensive relationships within key functions.
* Fostering a culture of data protection by raising awareness and advocating privacy-by-design.
* Assessing and reviewing new products and features from a privacy perspective.
* Advising on and negotiating data protection clauses within commercial contracts.
* Developing and providing data protection training and awareness programs across different business sectors.
* Monitoring and responding to industry and regulatory developments in data protection and information security law.
* Drafting internal and external privacy and data protection policies.
* Advising on international data transfers and drafting necessary agreements.
* Improving programme templates and materials.
* Utilizing technology to scale Data Protection support and enhance the efficiency of the Data Protection Programme
What we look for
* Qualified data protection specialist with extensive experience in data protection and the EU General Data Protection Regulation.
* Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary context.
* Experience in cross-functional cooperation.
* IAPP or similar accreditations would be advantageous.
* Ability to establish good working relationships with highly demanding internal and other stakeholders.
* Effective and credible communication skills.
* Ability to assess legal, practical, and business risks in a fast-paced environment and provide sound advice under tight deadlines.
* Robust and confident manner with the ability to work autonomously, knowing when to escalate.
* Ability to manage complex legal issues with a high degree of commerciality and pragmatism.
* Excellent communication skills to convey legal aspects with clarity, precision, and simplicity.
* Role model bringing data protection to life in the context of our values.
* Ability to balance business requirements with the need to be compliant.
* Fluency in English is required; additional language skills would be desirable
What we offer
Colt is a growing business that is investing in its people. We offer skill development, learning pathways and accreditation to help our people perform at their best, regardless of role and location. The company supports diversity and inclusion in the workplace and has signed Diversity Charter.
In addition to offering competitive salaries and incentive plans, a range of benefits and local rewards packages are offered to staff. Colt recognises the importance of a work life balance.
Some benefit examples are:
* Relaxed dress code
* Two days annually to spend on volunteering opportunities
* 39 hours working week and additional days off as per Colt own collective bargaining agreement
* Benefit package that includes life insurance, private health insurance and pension plan. In addition flexible benefits scheme
* Lunch vouchers or childcare vouchers
* Access to a virtual business school for on-going learning
* Business mentoring
* International environment with employees from more than 35 different nationalities
We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to making Colt an inclusive and supportive workplace
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Temporary
Job function
* Job function
Business Development and Legal
* Industries
Telecommunications
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