Data Protection Manager - Compliance (Openbank)

  • Madrid
  • Banco Santander S.a.

Data Protection Manager - Compliance (Openbank)

Country: Spain

Data Protection Manager - Compliance (Openbank)

We are the 100% digital bank of the Santander Group and we are currently undergoing a technological transformation and international expansion process. In 2017, we kicked off our relaunch plans and have been continuously expanding and growing ever since, especially when it comes to technology. We work in a start-up format, using agile methodologies to take our customers' experience to the next level. In 2019, we launched in the Netherlands, Germany and Portugal, recently followed by Argentina, with other countries currently in the pipeline.

Our culture sets us apart from the rest; social and diversity clubs are part of our essence and day-to-day culture.

We are a flexible and fast adapting team currently working remotely most of the time using all kinds of communication tools - we’ve barely noticed the change!

Mission and responsibilities : As a Data Protection Manager you will provide data protection support to different products and services of the entity, which is in full international expansion, reporting to the Data Protection Officer.

For them, it is necessary to have knowledge of data protection in (i) financial services and financing products: buy now pay later, credit cards, loans, etc. and (ii) in the implementation of the regulations in different geographies of the European Union.

The main responsibilities of the role include:

  • Provide practical guidance and advice internally on Data Protection matters while working as part of al data privacy team under the guidance of Openbank´s Data Protection Officer.
  • Participate in all processes that deal with the processing of personal data and providing relevant consultations.
  • Advise and support business functions on data protection issues arising day-to-day.
  • Ensure compliance to international, national, state, and local privacy laws and regulations.
  • Create and implement strategies to ensure compliance with data protections laws.
  • Perform DPIAs, PIAs and LI assessments and build/maintain the client’s RoPA.
  • Analyze risk associated with data processing operations and monitoring compliance with GDPR and other personal data legal requirements.
  • Maintain processes for receiving, documenting, tracking, investigating, and acting on all requests/complaints concerning the organization’s privacy policies and procedures.

To be successful in the role you must have

  • +10 years of relevant legal/ compliance experience, including at a law firm or prior in-house experience.
  • University or Masters Degree in law.
  • Completing a master's degree in technology and / or data protection will be a plus.
  • Taking courses or interests in data protection / T&O.
  • Advanced English (C1).
  • It is desirable to have knowledge of other languages such as: German / Dutch / Portuguese.
  • Certification as DPO / IAPP or similar.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent analytical, reading/comprehension, writing skills and strong attention to detail.

What do we offer?

  • Joining a dynamic and agile company undergoing international expansion.
  • Working in start-up mode with the support of the Santander Group.
  • Competitive remuneration and attractive benefits package.
  • Possibility of growth within the company and the Group.
  • Collaborating on international projects in different countries.
  • Excellent work environment, social clubs and frequent events (virtual at present).

Would you like to grow with us? Join our team!

  • Openbank is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered as equal without paying attention to gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, age, political orientation, union membership nor disability status. _
  • We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. _
  • The personal data you provide as well as any data generated during the selection process are confidential and will be processed by Open Bank, S.A./ Open Digital Services, S.L. with registered office at Plaza de Santa Bárbara 2, 28004 (Madrid), for the sole purpose of managing your participation in the selection processes and, where appropriate, to formalise your recruitment. _
  • For further information about your rights and data protection, please read the ODS/Openbank Privacy Policy applicable to this type of data processing here ._

Idiomas :

  • Spanish