EPI Company
Data Protection Officer - Remote-First Corporate Setup · Multiple locations · Fu
EPI Company, Germantown, Ohio, United States
Data Protection Officer – Remote-First
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Be part of a movement to change the way Europe pays
In today’s digital world, payments often still feel outdated: random delays and confusing rules make it harder than it should be to pay and get paid. The European Payments Initiative (EPI) is here to change all that, forever.
With Wero, our digital wallet, we make sending and receiving money simple, seamless and secure across France, Belgium and Germany, with more countries and omnichannel solutions coming soon. Supported by 14 major banks and the two largest European acquirers, EPI is building a new, proudly European payment system: easy, instant and transparent, all for the greater good.
What's in it for you
Working on an exciting mission of EPI - empowering European financial sovereignty. Be part of a legal team where your opinion matters, and you will immediately be able to make an impact and see results.
At EPI, we embrace a remote-first culture, enabling our teams to work remotely from the country they are based in, with in-person meetings at least once a quarter to foster collaboration and connection.
Your impact
You will play a critical role in ensuring that our organization complies with GDPR, PSD2, and other data protection laws, while balancing data security with operational efficiency. You will notably:
Oversee and manage the organization’s data protection strategy
Lead in the implementation of data protection policies
Provide data protection training
Manage data breach responses
Handle individuals' requests regarding their personal data and the exercise of their rights
Be the main point of contact for regulatory bodies for privacy matter
Work closely together with the legal, compliance and risk teams in ensuring overall organizational regulatory risk awareness
For legal and compliance reasons, you will be expected to work in one of the following countries: Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain.
✅ If you had joined us last month, here’s what you could have done
Completed various DPIA’s for our product
Implemented several privacy related policies
Discussed privacy matters with the EPI members in France, Germany, Belgium and The Netherlands.
♀️ To succeed, you should meet at least 70% of these requirements
At least 10 years of post-qualification experience in private practice or in-house roles
Experience within a payment scheme or regulated payments company (strictly AISP and PISP) in Germany, France, Belgium or Netherlands
Experience in handling large-scale data protection programs and incidents across various jurisdictions and countries, also dealing with EU regulators
Outstanding project management and organisational skills to operate with agility, accuracy and efficiency within a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with international colleagues and business partners, to communicate complex issues in a simple and clear manner
You are business-savvy, a strategic thinker and a keen problem-solver who knows how to assess risk and recommend a risk-based solution quickly, while striving for continuous improvement
As well as having a Law degree, your certifications should include CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or other data protection and privacy certifications (e.g., GDPR Practitioner, CDPSE)
Fluent in English (additionally, French, German or Dutch is appreciated)
Thrive in a fully remote, multicultural environment (while being willing to travel once per quarter at a minimum)
About the team
The DPO, while being independent, is part of the Legal team that consists of a small group of multicultural legal experts coming from diverse backgrounds. Our vision is to be a trusted business partner, who is reliable, accessible and strives for excellence. We will uphold the following values towards each other in the team, our internal clients and external clients: Ownership, Integrity, Reliability, Balance and Trust.
If this looks like you, the recruitment steps are:
A first call with one of our recruiters
An interview with the Hiring Manager (General Counsel), focused on the expertise and cultural fit with the team and EPI
An interview with the current DPO, focused on your experience and expertise
Possibly, an interview with an Executive
Hopefully, an offer you can’t refuse
⛔ Turn back if …
You’re looking for an already highly structured environment with no ambiguity
You have not worked in a payment scheme or a payment company (AISP or PISP)
You're not based in one of EPI hiring countries (Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain)
Otherwise apply!
Our commitment to equal employment opportunities
EPI offers the same job opportunities to all, without distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age. EPI promotes the development of an inclusive work environment that mirrors the diversity of the clients our product is serving.
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Be part of a movement to change the way Europe pays
In today’s digital world, payments often still feel outdated: random delays and confusing rules make it harder than it should be to pay and get paid. The European Payments Initiative (EPI) is here to change all that, forever.
With Wero, our digital wallet, we make sending and receiving money simple, seamless and secure across France, Belgium and Germany, with more countries and omnichannel solutions coming soon. Supported by 14 major banks and the two largest European acquirers, EPI is building a new, proudly European payment system: easy, instant and transparent, all for the greater good.
What's in it for you
Working on an exciting mission of EPI - empowering European financial sovereignty. Be part of a legal team where your opinion matters, and you will immediately be able to make an impact and see results.
At EPI, we embrace a remote-first culture, enabling our teams to work remotely from the country they are based in, with in-person meetings at least once a quarter to foster collaboration and connection.
Your impact
You will play a critical role in ensuring that our organization complies with GDPR, PSD2, and other data protection laws, while balancing data security with operational efficiency. You will notably:
Oversee and manage the organization’s data protection strategy
Lead in the implementation of data protection policies
Provide data protection training
Manage data breach responses
Handle individuals' requests regarding their personal data and the exercise of their rights
Be the main point of contact for regulatory bodies for privacy matter
Work closely together with the legal, compliance and risk teams in ensuring overall organizational regulatory risk awareness
For legal and compliance reasons, you will be expected to work in one of the following countries: Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain.
✅ If you had joined us last month, here’s what you could have done
Completed various DPIA’s for our product
Implemented several privacy related policies
Discussed privacy matters with the EPI members in France, Germany, Belgium and The Netherlands.
♀️ To succeed, you should meet at least 70% of these requirements
At least 10 years of post-qualification experience in private practice or in-house roles
Experience within a payment scheme or regulated payments company (strictly AISP and PISP) in Germany, France, Belgium or Netherlands
Experience in handling large-scale data protection programs and incidents across various jurisdictions and countries, also dealing with EU regulators
Outstanding project management and organisational skills to operate with agility, accuracy and efficiency within a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with international colleagues and business partners, to communicate complex issues in a simple and clear manner
You are business-savvy, a strategic thinker and a keen problem-solver who knows how to assess risk and recommend a risk-based solution quickly, while striving for continuous improvement
As well as having a Law degree, your certifications should include CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or other data protection and privacy certifications (e.g., GDPR Practitioner, CDPSE)
Fluent in English (additionally, French, German or Dutch is appreciated)
Thrive in a fully remote, multicultural environment (while being willing to travel once per quarter at a minimum)
About the team
The DPO, while being independent, is part of the Legal team that consists of a small group of multicultural legal experts coming from diverse backgrounds. Our vision is to be a trusted business partner, who is reliable, accessible and strives for excellence. We will uphold the following values towards each other in the team, our internal clients and external clients: Ownership, Integrity, Reliability, Balance and Trust.
If this looks like you, the recruitment steps are:
A first call with one of our recruiters
An interview with the Hiring Manager (General Counsel), focused on the expertise and cultural fit with the team and EPI
An interview with the current DPO, focused on your experience and expertise
Possibly, an interview with an Executive
Hopefully, an offer you can’t refuse
⛔ Turn back if …
You’re looking for an already highly structured environment with no ambiguity
You have not worked in a payment scheme or a payment company (AISP or PISP)
You're not based in one of EPI hiring countries (Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain)
Otherwise apply!
Our commitment to equal employment opportunities
EPI offers the same job opportunities to all, without distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age. EPI promotes the development of an inclusive work environment that mirrors the diversity of the clients our product is serving.
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