Data Protection

Local Unit & Position Description:
DNV Group Compliance’s purpose is to maintain and develop DNV’s compliance management system according to ISO Standard 37301 with focus areas on anti-corruption, anti-trust, export control/sanctions and personal data protection provide consulting services and is designed to add value and improve DNV’s operations. All processes and entities in DNV are within scope.

Group Compliance works in Hamburg, Germany and Høvik, Norway and consists of 4 members plus the Global Data Protection Officer. The Group Compliance Officer reports functionally to the Board Audit Committee (BAC) and the Group CEO and reports administratively to the Chief People Officer.

**Area of Responsibility**
- Legal advice on all topics under the scope of Group Compliance with a strong focus on personal data protection
- Continuously improve DNV’s privacy program through new initiatives in cooperation with internal data protection managers based on annual risk assessment
- Monitor and implement new legal requirements globally
- Drive awareness through communication measures incl. global training initiatives
- Develop and update instructions and guidelines across all business functions and support development of respective business area processes
- Drive global compliance networks on a regular basis to keep awareness on a high level and facilitate interaction with the needs of the business areas
- Support Global Data Protection Officer in handling of cases related to personal data protection breaches
- Handle compliance cases related to all topics in Group Compliance in alignment with other internal units

Position Qualifications:

- Fully qualified lawyer
- 5-6 years of professional experience in compliance and data protection in an international environment
- Experience in leading multinational projects
- Professional fluency in English and German, Scandinavian language skills desired
- Willingness to travel
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written
- Ability to work both as an individual and collaboratively in teams
- Result-orientated and action-driven with the ability to inspire people

The position offers excellent opportunities for professional and personal growth in an exciting and international environment with a high focus on competence development and teamwork, including but not limited to the following:

- Opportunities to learn and understand all business areas in the DNV Group
- Opportunities to interact with colleagues around the world, as well as build a professional network
- Communication with all levels of management
- Involvement in reporting and deliveries to management

In addition we offer:

- A strong company culture with an emphasis on competence development
- Attractive total compensation package
- Flexible working hours and focus on work/life balance
- Interesting and challenging projects, both national and international
- Be part of a world-leading company that has a global reach with more than 12 000 employees around to world and is headquartered in Norway.

Additional Information

For further information, please contact:
Gesa Heinacher-Lindemann, Group Compliance Officer, +49 173 217 6339

Company & Business Area Description:
DNV is the independent expert in risk management and assurance, with almost 12,000 employees operating in more than 100 countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise we advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions.

Whether assessing a new ship design, optimizing the performance of a wind farm, analyzing sensor data from a gas pipeline or certifying a food company’s supply chain, we enable our customers and their stakeholders to make critical decisions with confidence.

Our employees are driven by a common purpose: to safeguard life, property, and the environment. We help tackle the challenges and global transformations facing our customers and the world today and we are a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful and forward-thinking companies.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity