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Privacy Advisor (GDPR)

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Uniqlo

Nov 1, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Legal
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Berlin
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need over 2 years in compliance or privacy, strong knowledge of data laws, bilingual in Spanish and English, cybersecurity background, retail experience, and relevant certifications.
  • You will support privacy programs, act as a contact for departments, educate staff, manage incidents, conduct DPIAs, and ensure compliance with data protection laws and requirements.

Requirements

  • More than 2 years experience in compliance, privacy or a related field.
  • Extensive knowledge of data privacy laws and practices.
  • Ability to reflect legal requirements to activities/operational procedures.
  • Excellent communication skills: verbal and written Spanish and English is essential, Italian is desirable.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise work effectively.
  • Highly motivated self-starter with ability to work independently and within a team.
  • Strong sense of ownership and driven to manage tasks to completion.
  • Strong capabilities on reporting activities.
  • Cyber security technical background.
  • Experience within the retail industry.
  • Understanding and ability of risk analysis for cyber threats.
  • Appropriate privacy and technical and/or security certifications preferred. (e.g. CIPP/E, CISA, CISM, CISSP, SANS, GIAC, etc.)

Responsibilities

  • Supporting data privacy programs of the Fast Retailing Group, led by Data Protection Officer (DPO).
  • Acting as the point of contact of business departments, support functions and management on privacy matters.
  • Educating and training employees on privacy compliance responsibilities and obligations.
  • Identifying, raising and addressing risk areas of privacy in internal operations and projects.
  • Manage privacy related incidents.
  • Assisting Data Protection Coordinators to conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) on new systems, applications, workflows and third-party engagements etc. Review and follow up of resulting recommended action plans.
  • Implement actions to ensure compliance with relevant information management and protection laws.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Privacy Advisor (GDPR).

Where is the position based?

The position is based in our offices in Berlin, Germany.

What experience is required for this role?

More than 2 years of experience in compliance, privacy or a related field is required.

What languages are essential for this position?

Excellent communication skills in verbal and written Spanish and English are essential; Italian is desirable.

What are the main responsibilities of the Privacy Advisor?

The main responsibilities include supporting data privacy programs, acting as a point of contact for privacy matters, educating employees, identifying privacy risk areas, managing privacy incidents, assisting in Data Protection Impact Assessments, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws.

Are there any specific qualifications required?

Appropriate privacy and technical and/or security certifications are preferred, such as CIPP/E, CISA, CISM, CISSP, SANS, GIAC, etc.

What benefits does UNIQLO offer for this position?

UNIQLO offers 30 days holiday allowance, bi-annual bonus potential, profit share scheme, meal and mobility allowances, a 30% staff discount, hybrid working potential, social events, volunteer days, an employer-funded pension scheme, and more.

Is prior experience in the retail industry required?

Experience within the retail industry is desirable but not explicitly stated as a requirement.

How does UNIQLO approach diversity and inclusion?

UNIQLO is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all profiles, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, or background.

What should I include in my application?

Please make sure to upload a CV in English, as well as a portfolio in your application if applicable.

Does the job involve training employees?

Yes, educating and training employees on privacy compliance responsibilities and obligations is a part of the job.

Is there a focus on cybersecurity in this role?

Yes, a cyber security technical background and understanding of risk analysis for cyber threats are part of the skills and experience sought for this role.

How can I find the privacy policy for the recruitment process?

The applicable privacy policy can be found on UNIQLO's website at the following link: https://www.fastretailing.com/eng/privacy/eurecruitment.html.

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Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1984
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

About UNIQLO LifeWear Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality, and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, more lightness, better design, and better comfort to people’s lives. About UNIQLO and Fast Retailing UNIQLO is a brand of Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese retail holding company with global headquarters in Tokyo, Japan. UNIQLO is the largest of eight brands in the Fast Retailing Group, the others being GU, Theory, PLST, Comptoir des Cotonniers, Princesse tam.tam, J Brand and Helmut Lang. With global sales of approximately 2.77 trillion yen for the 2023 fiscal year ending August 31, 2023 (US $18.92 billion, calculated in yen using the end of August 2023 rate of $1 = 146.2 yen), Fast Retailing is one of the world’s largest apparel retail companies, and UNIQLO is Japan’s leading specialty retailer. UNIQLO continues to open large-scale stores in some of the world's most important cities and locations, as part of its ongoing efforts to solidify its status as a global brand. Today the company has a total of more than 2,400 UNIQLO stores across the world, including Japan, Asia, Europe, and North America. The total number of stores across Fast Retailing's brands is now close to 3,600.