Data Protection Officer - Middle
SOFTSWISS is looking for an experienced Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee and ensure compliance with data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The DPO will play a key role in maintaining the company’s privacy governance framework, supporting our teams in implementing privacy-by-design principles, and serving as the main point of contact for data protection authorities and individuals.
- Ensure the company’s processing of personal data complies with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR.
- Develop, implement, and maintain data protection policies, procedures, and frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements, including maintaining a comprehensive Record of Processing Activities (ROPA).
- Inform and advise the company and its employees of their obligations under data protection law.
- Provide expert guidance during product design and implementation to ensure privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles.
- Monitor compliance with data protection legislation, conduct audits, raise awareness.
- Review existing draft contracts for data protection implications and ensure appropriate privacy and security clauses are included.
- Develop Data Processing Agreement draft.
- Identify and assess privacy risks related to processing, storage, and data transfers.
- Advise on and monitor Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs).
- Establish and manage procedures for detecting, reporting, and investigating data breaches, including breach notifications to supervisory authorities and affected individuals when required.
- Maintain a data breach register and oversee post-incident reviews.
- Proactively recommend improvements to ensure ongoing compliance and risk reduction, including measures related to security, data storage, and data retention.
- Act as a contact point for data subjects exercising their rights (access, rectification, erasure, portability, restriction, objection).
- Serve as the company’s main contact point with the State Data Protection Inspectorate (VDAI).
- Provide regular reports and briefings to senior management on privacy risks, incidents, and compliance status.
- Undertake additional compliance-related duties as assigned by management, in alignment with data protection principles and legal requirements.
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Law (required).
- Proven track record as a Data Protection Officer or Privacy Law Compliance Officer, ideally in a technology or fintech company (required).
- Deep and practical understanding of GDPR, Lithuanian data protection laws, and privacy compliance frameworks (required).
- Fluency in Lithuanian and English (written and spoken) is mandatory (required).
- The candidate must reside in Lithuania (required).
- Excellent communication and analytical skills (required).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to balance regulatory compliance with business needs (required).
- Private health insurance
- Sports benefits
- Comprehensive Mental Health Program
- Free English lessons (online)
- Local language courses
- Paid time off
- Maternity leave support
- Referral program rewards
- Upskilling, internal workshops, and participation in professional conferences and corporate events
SOFTSWISS is a global tech expert with over 15 years of experience in providing innovative iGaming solutions. The company offers comprehensive software for online casinos, sports betting, and affiliate management. To expand its global presence, in 2024, SOFTSWISS acquired Turfsport, a leading South African betting software provider, and a significant stake in Ously Games GmbH, the company behind the fastest-growing European social casino, SpinArena.net. Additionally, the company appointed Formula 1 legend Rubens Barrichello as Non-Executive Director in Latin America, focusing on Brazil's growing market. SOFTSWISS is committed to transforming the iGaming and entertainment industry for the better through tech innovations. The Team helps operators and providers establish enduring partnerships by building profitable and scalable businesses.