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Overview
Join Kaizen Gaming as a Data Protection Counsel to ensure compliance with data protection laws, advise on privacy risks, and manage data protection policies in a dynamic environment. We are Kaizen Gaming, the team powering Betano, one of the biggest GameTech companies in the world, operating in 20 markets. We always aim to leverage cutting-edge technology, providing the best experience to our millions of customers who trust us for their entertainment. We are a diverse team of more than 2.700 Kaizeners, from 40+ nationalities spreading across 3 continents. Our #oneteam is proud to be among the Best Workplaces in Europe and certified Great Place to Work across our offices. Here, thereβll be no average day for you.
Key Responsibilities
- β’Data Protection Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with data protection and e-privacy laws (including GDPR) and other relevant local or international regulations. Advise departments on privacy-related risks and support privacy projects driven by the Head of Data Protection.
- β’DPO Duties: Serve as the Data Protection Officer or contact point for designated entities and markets, fulfilling all associated statutory duties and responsibilities.
- β’Contract Review: Negotiate and draft contractual wording regarding data protection requirements with various internal and external stakeholders.
- β’Impact Assessments: Conduct and contribute to Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs), and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs).
- β’Policy Development & Record keeping: Develop, contribute to, and maintain data protection policies, procedures, and applicable records, including in relation to data processing activities.
- β’Training and Awareness: Develop, contribute to, and deliver tailored training and awareness programs across departments to ensure all employees understand their data protection obligations.
- β’Auditing and Reporting: Monitor compliance with internal data protection policies, by reviewing or auditing internal practices, reporting key metrics and findings to the Head of Data Protection.
- β’Third-Party Management: Conduct reviews of third-party vendors and partners, ensuring they meet data protection requirements and contractual obligations, including Data Processing Agreements as required.
- β’Incident Management: Identify, assess, mitigate, and communicate data breach incidents both internally and externally, and conduct lessons-learned meetings with involved stakeholders.
- β’Data Subject Requests: Contribute to the training and oversight of Privacy Ambassador Teams to ensure proper handling of Data Subject and Requests from Supervisory Authorities, developing tailored procedures for specific markets.
- β’Expansion Support: Ensure compliance with local privacy laws in new markets during expansion projects and integrate new market privacy regulations into the organizationβs policies.
Kaizen Gaming Perks
- β’π Hybrid way of working
- β’π A buddy will support you with your onboarding
- β’πΈ Competitive pay and bonus scheme
- β’π©ββοΈ Private health insurance for you and your family
- β’β Developmental 360Β° feedback framework
- β’π Unlimited access to Udemy & continuous training
- β’π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Family Support
Educational Background & Experience
- β’Bachelor's degree in Law.
- β’CIPP/E, CIPM, or equivalent data protection certifications are considered an asset.
- β’Minimum of 3 years of experience in data protection, ideally including one year of experience in the online gambling sector or another highly regulated industry (e.g., banking).
- β’Exposure to new technologies and AI is desirable.
General Skills & Competencies
- β’Excellent command of English with exceptional communication skills and the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-experts.
- β’In-depth knowledge of data protection laws, including GDPR and ePrivacy.
- β’Proven experience working collaboratively with legal and tech teams to ensure seamless data protection operations.
- β’Hands-on experience with data protection audits, drafting policies, standard operating procedures, and DPIAs.
- β’Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage diverse problems that require deep analysis and creative thinking.
- β’Strong ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional team members.