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Data Protection Manager (m/f/d)

Schurter
CompanySchurter
CategoryLegal & Compliance
LocationDE
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelManager
SalaryNot stated by the employer
First seen3 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date)
Last verified8 Aug 2026
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Description
• Data Protection Manager (m/f/d) Data Protection Manager (m/f/d) Data Protection Manager (m/f/d) To strengthen our data protection and governance capabilities, we are looking for a Data Protection Manager to support the operational implementation and continuous improvement of data protection practices across assigned legal entities and business functions. In this role, you act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, IT specialists and legal experts across an international environment. You translate data protection requirements into practical solutions and contribute to building a sustainable privacy culture throughout the organization. Challenges • Drive the implementation and continuous enhancement of data protection practices across assigned legal entities and business functions • Partner with business teams, IT and project stakeholders to embed Privacy by Design and Privacy by Default principles into processes and projects • Coordinate key privacy processes, including Records of Processing Activities (RoPA), Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA), data subject requests and personal data breach assessments • Collaborate closely with Legal, Procurement, IT and business stakeholders on data processing agreements, international data transfers and privacy-related contractual matters • Develop practical policies, templates, guidelines and standards that support compliance and business efficiency • Contribute to privacy reporting, audits, maturity assessments and selected data governance initiatives that promote responsible data use Qualifications • University degree in Law, Business Administration, Information Management, Computer Science, Compliance, Risk Management or a related discipline • At least 5 years of professional experience in data protection, privacy compliance, compliance management or data governance • Fluent German and English skills • Strong practical knowledge of GDPR and Swiss nDSG; knowledge of UK GDPR is an advantage. • Experience with RoPA, DPIAs, data subject requests, privacy notices, retention concepts and third-party assessments • Data protection certification such as IAPP CIPP/E, CIPM or equivalent • Good understanding of IT systems, data flows and security concepts; experience with M365, SAP, DPMS or compliance tooling is an advantage. • Ability to translate regulatory requirements into pragmatic business solutions • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills in an international environment Offer • A role with visible impact across the organisation • Collaboration with international and interdisciplinary teams • The opportunity to shape and further develop data protection practices • A culture that values expertise, integrity and continuous improvement • Modern international industrial environment and professional development opportunities SCHURTER is a successful Swiss technology company with 1,600 employees worldwide. Our customers are global players from segments such as automotive, space, renewable energies, and industrial electronics Contact Shape the Future of Fuse Technology with Us – in a Global Environment! We look forward to receiving your application to Maria José Piantoni Global HR Business Partner at: [email protected]..