Nordic Data Protection Officer and Legal Counsel, Privacy

at  EY

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The EY Legal function is dedicated to the provision of world class in-house legal services to the organization’s service lines and internal functions. We are looking for an experienced legal counsel who will take on the role as Nordic DPO and be part of our Nordic team. Working in a Nordic role you would as Nordic DPO coordinate the privacy work cross the Nordic geographies taking the lead counsel role in our Nordic Privacy team. In the role you would be working closely with colleagues from the Nordic countries but also within the global EY organization. This position will empower you to leverage your expertise in shaping privacy frameworks and policies across the Nordic region, whilst tapping into EY’s global network to help drive change and improvements. You’ll help safeguard our commitment to building a better working world by ensuring we uphold the standards of data protection and ethical practices in all our endeavors. Our Nordic region includes Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As Legal Counsel and DPO, you’ll navigate the intricate world of data protection, monitoring and advising on GDPR and local and international regulations in close collaboration with the colleagues in our Nordic Legal and Risk Management teams. This is a senior role which makes experience within data privacy crucial. This role is in one of the Nordic countries, with flexible work arrangements and potential for occasional travel.

TO QUALIFY FOR THE ROLE, YOU MUST HAVE

• In-depth understanding of privacy law.
• Legal exam from one of the Nordic countries and a good understanding of the Nordic legal environment.
• Strategic thinking, paired with practical execution skills.
• A pragmatic solution-oriented mindset.
• Good communication skills and fluent in at least one Nordic language and English.
• Ability to thrive in an autonomous yet collaborative environment.