Group Data Protection Officer

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for: 

• An experienced Group Data Protection Officer with a Law Degree and/or Master's Degree in Ethics and Compliance or equivalent. 
• A Certified Information Privacy Professional/Officer or Data Protection Officer is someone with 5+ years' experience in-house in a Data Compliance role and experience in IT and technical standards related to data protection is recommended. 

We count on you for: 

• Developing and continuously improving a global  Data Protection Programme and overseeing its implementation. 
• Leading the Data Protection and Privacy Office for the company and coordinating the data protection network in different regions.
• Preparing and leading the Data Protection & Privacy Board. 
• Analyzing the regulatory framework at global level and overseeing the implementation of new legislation. 
• Working closely with business partners to identify potential areas of compliance and data protection risks within the organization. 
• Providing advice & arbitration on Privacy Compliance issues and participating in investigations when needed.  
• Identify risks and issues, investigate, mitigate, and implement corrective actions when necessary. 
• Design and implement training on Data Protection for employees.
• Develop policies, procedures, and a global communication plan related to Data Protection. 
• Acting as liaison with data protection authorities in different countries and external stakeholders. 
• Ensuring that compliance efforts are appropriately documented and monitored.
• Ensuring both ethical and compliance criteria are taken into account when designing the programme.

You can count on us for: 

• This role offers a unique opportunity for you to be part of a growing family and participate in the ambitious transformation journey we are launching in order to further upscale our capabilities. 
• The role offers the opportunity to develop, sustain and deploy a global Data Protection Programme for a large international company. 

You will bring: 

• Excellent knowledge of Privacy laws and regulations affecting business operations. 
• Experience, managing and implementing compliance programs across a complex organization with a global  footprint
• Experience working internationally and/or has spent significant time working with international business partners to develop and oversee the implementation of corporate programs across divisions. 
• Aims high with integrity, and is result and business oriented. 
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills. 
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks and projects. 
• Resilient under stress.

You will get:

• Competitive salary benefits package. 
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.
• Training platform for all employees.
• Free language courses (24 languages available).
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological).

Additional information:

• Smart working flexibility.

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.