(Senior) Data Protection Counsel (f/w/d)

Are you ready to change the market?

PAIR Finance has been reshaping debt collection across Europe since 2016 - combining technology and AI-powered communication to help businesses recover outstanding receivables efficiently and respectfully. Data protection plays a central role in this: as an international, regulated company, we process sensitive data from consumers and business clients across multiple jurisdictions, which comes with correspondingly high data protection compliance requirements.

We're looking for a (Senior) Data Protection Counsel to strengthen our Legal & Compliance team - acting as the go-to escalation and advisory point on data protection matters, developing our data protection documentation, and supporting us on regulatory proceedings, contract reviews, and the implementation of data protection requirements across different jurisdictions.

Sound like your kind of challenge? We'd love to hear from you - apply now!

Your Responsibilities:

• Data protection management: Maintenance and continuous development of data protection documentation within the PAIR Finance Group, in particular the record of processing activities (Art. 30 GDPR), data protection impact assessments, and — in coordination with IT Security — the related technical and organisational measures, as well as data-protection-relevant information, concepts and agreements with applicants and employees in cooperation with the P&O department
• Escalation and advisory point of contact: Specialist escalation point for the operational data protection team in relation to complex data protection issues and the handling of complex data subject requests (particularly under Article 15 et seq. of the GDPR); Assisting in advising management on data protection compliance-related matters (including IT law issues)
• Support for regulatory/court proceedings: Substantive support and coordination of supervisory authority and court proceedings and inquiries, and preparation of statements to data protection authorities
• Contract management: Review, drafting and negotiation of data-protection-related contracts/aspects with (prospective) clients, service providers and other cooperation partners, working closely with our Legal Commercial team and Procurement as well as IT Security
• Monitoring & implementation of legal requirements: Support in implementing data protection requirements from the various jurisdictions in which PAIR Finance operates
• Training and knowledge management: Delivering subject-matter/department-specific training (e.g. Privacy by Design) for colleagues
• Collaboration and quality assurance: Close cooperation with the Data Protection & AI Governance Counsel, the Data Protection Officer, and the Quality Management and Customer Advocacy department, as well as external counsel where applicable, to review and adapt process quality
• Involvement in audits: Participation in company audits (e.g. when PAIR Finance is being audited) as well as participation in or conducting audits of service providers/cooperation partners

What we're looking for:

• A legal education relevant to the role, ideally demonstrated through corresponding areas of focus or (additional) qualifications.
• Full qualification as a lawyer (two state examinations) is a plus; candidates with a law degree/state examination or an above-average degree in business law, as well as graduates with relevant professional experience from other jurisdictions (e.g. Poland, Spain, Italy, France), are equally welcome.
• At least two years of relevant practical professional experience in data protection law in the areas relevant to the role.
• Experience in stakeholder management, including dealing with supervisory authorities, is an advantage
• In-depth knowledge of data protection (GDPR, DSG) and IT/software/copyright law as well as data security is an advantage, ideally with relevance to the payments industry; knowledge of civil law and administrative procedural law
• Strong interest in legal, technical and business contexts
• Ability to explain complex legal and technical matters clearly to other departments
• Fluent written and spoken German and English; additional languages (e.g. French, Italian, Spanish, Swedish) are a plus
• Motivation to work in an international, regulated and innovative environment and to become another cog in a great Legal & Compliance team

Our offer for you:

• Thriving, financially stable company
• Strong experienced international team to support and mentor you along the way, and a smooth onboarding process
• International team of 30+ nationalities with professionals and experts
• Flat hierarchy, transparent and appreciative feedback culture, monthly all-hands meetings, annual feedback and evaluation cycle, and regular 1-on-1s with your lead
• Well-structured onboarding process as well as supportive and welcoming colleagues
• Personal learning & development budget as well as German and English language courses
• Unlimited employment contract, flexible working hours, and 28 vacation days for your work-life balance
• Company pension plan, partly covered Deutschlandticket (public transport) and access to “Corporate Benefits” voucher platform to ensure your full well-being
• Fun company summer and Christmas parties as well as regular team events
• This role is based in Berlin, and we have a hybrid working policy. Modern office near Uhlandstraße is complete with fresh fruit, muesli, and drinks for a comfortable and enjoyable workplace

Who is your contact person?

For any questions about this role, reach out to Jasmin Baldrich directly at jobs@pairfinance.com .

For more information about PAIR Finance, please visit our website and our careers page.