Data Protection Officer

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Malt is Europe's leading freelancing platform with one clear mission: to give people the freedom to choose who they work with. Co-founded in 2013 by Vincent Huguet, who still serves as CEO, Malt is a tech company with a human approach that helps companies and freelancers make the perfect match.
Malt is a marketplace that embraces a community of over 700,000 freelancers and over 70,000 clients, ranging from small and medium-sized enterprises to large corporations. More than just a connector, our marketplace streamlines freelancer-client communications, simplifies administrative and legal tasks, expedites invoicing and payments, and so much more.
We are all about giving both freelancers and companies choice and added peace of mind, so that every experience on Malt is nothing less than (inter)stellar. The launch of Malt Strategy in 2023 enabled Malt to broaden its scope by offering the expertise of a network of top independent consultants and transition managers, to better support companies from the strategy to the implementation of ambitious projects.
✨ Malt is also…
- a tech company with a human approach- a company with a strong culture fueled by 700 Malters from 40+ nationalities, working from 9 countries all around Europe - Germany, Belgium, United Arab Emirates, Spain, France, Netherlands, Nordic countries, United Kingdom, and Switzerland.- committed to creating a safe and inclusive space where every employee can thrive both personally and professionally- committed to equality and diversity (50% of People managers are women)- a company with strong career path policies allowing all Malters to develop and grow equally- backed by renowned investors including ISAI, Serena, Eurazeo Growth, Goldman Sachs and BPI France
Join us on Planet Malt, we need you to help us write this next chapter! 🪐
At Malt we believe that Ambition is the Way, so all lists of missions and responsibilities are non-exhaustive.
Explore your future career  🔭We are seeking a highly skilled Data Privacy and Compliance Lawyer to take on the role of Data Protection Officer (DPO). This position will be responsible for overseeing our data privacy policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mitigating risks related to data protection. As part of a six-person legal team, you will play a critical role in supporting Malt’s growth in France and abroad. At Malt, you will be surrounded by very talented people who are always happy to support you. You will be exposed to a wide range of issues that will help you develop a T-shaped skill set and boost your professional growth.

Key responsibilities ✨

• Ensure compliance with GDPR, AI and other platform regulations (DSA, etc.), while acting as the company’s Data Protection Officer (DPO).
• Develop and implement privacy policies, risk assessments (DPIAs), and compliance frameworks to mitigate data protection risks.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities, internal teams, Fraud/Security team, and external stakeholders on data privacy and broader compliance matters.
• Lead AI governance and compliance efforts, ensuring responsible and legal use of AI-driven technologies.

About you 🧑‍🚀

• You hold a master’s degree in law, information technology, or compliance and experience in data privacy, compliance, and regulatory affairs, ideally in a technology-driven or digital platform environment.
• You have in-depth knowledge of privacy regulations, particularly in relation to digital platforms (ideally AI governance), and global compliance frameworks.
• You have experience in conducting privacy risk assessments, developing mitigation strategies, and advising on compliance controls across digital products and emerging technologies.
• You have a track record of implementing compliance frameworks, monitoring KPIs, and ensuring adherence to data protection, AI, and fraud prevention policies.
• You have experience in engaging with cross-functional business stakeholders, including security, fraud, engineering, and leadership teams, to align compliance with business objectives.
• You are comfortable leading training and awareness programs on data privacy, AI compliance, and broader regulatory issues to foster a culture of compliance.
• Fluency in French and English is required; a third European language is a plus.

How to join the mission? 🚀

• First call with Alex, our Talent Acquisition Manager, to better understand your background