Group DPO/Head of Privacy & Data Regulation (AI)

TL;DR

Group DPO/Head of Privacy & Data Regulation (Legal/AI): Managing the hirify.global group privacy and data protection management system with an accent on GDPR and EU Data Act compliance. Focus on advising on the data protection implications of AI and automated decision-making to enable compliant innovation.

Location: Hybrid

Company

hirify.global is a leading international provider of HR and payroll services.

What you will do

• Lead the Privacy and Data Regulation team and manage the group-wide privacy management system.
• Ensure strict compliance with GDPR, EU Data Act, and other evolving EU data regulations.
• Act as a senior advisor on the privacy implications of AI, profiling, and automated decision-making.
• Collaborate with Security, Product, and Data teams to embed privacy-by-design into new platforms and AI services.
• Manage relations with data protection supervisory authorities and handle data subject inquiries.
• Oversee privacy certifications including ISO 27701 and ISAE3000 GDPR assurance reports.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience leading data protection strategy for a large international technology or services player.
• Expert knowledge of EU data protection laws and experience translating them into business operations.
• Strong understanding of the interaction between GDPR, the EU Data Act, and emerging AI regulations.
• Full professional proficiency in Dutch and French is required.
• Excellent English language skills.
• Proven track record of leading international teams through organizational change and transformation.

Nice to have

• CIPP/E or CIPM professional certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options.
• Access to professional training and personalized individual development plans.
• Clear opportunities for career growth and expertise deepening.
• Collaborative, international work environment focusing on diversity and inclusion.

Hiring process

• Initial recruiter screening via phone or video interview.
• One to three interviews with the hiring manager and key stakeholders.
• Professional assessment phase.
• Reference checks followed by the final offer.