Data Protection Coordinator / Lawyer

Reference Number:  2025
Contract Type:  Regular
Working Time:  Full-Time

Hannover Re - more than 3,500 employees at locations all over the world. Our strength? Connecting Power: We rely on each other. As a reinsurer, we protect customers in the event of a claim. This requires customised, innovative solutions. Solutions that worked yesterday may be outdated tomorrow. We challenge ourselves and continuously optimise our services, advice and products. All this makes us one of the leading and most profitable reinsurance groups in the world and a reliable employer.

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the Group Legal Services - Corporate Matters team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing at the earliest possible date as a Data Protection Coordinator / Lawyer

 

You can look forward to

  • Continuous development of the data protection management system in close collaboration with the team
  • Development and implementation of data protection policies and procedures
  • Support in monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal requirements, particularly regarding GDPR
  • Advising internal departments (and possibly external clients) on data protection-related issues
  • Preparing reports for the Board of Directors and Supervisory Board
  • Training and raising awareness among employees on data protection topics
  • Documenting data protection incidents and their resolution
  • Collaborating with relevant regulatory authorities and handling requests and complaints in the area of data protection

You come equipped with

  • Completed studies in Business Administration with legal references (ideally with a focus on IT law and/or data protection law) or completed studies in Law/Business Law (at least First State Examination or Bachelor's degree)
  • Initial practical experience in data protection law, gained for example through internships or legal clerkship
  • Ideally, solid knowledge of the GDPR
  • Proficiency in German and English at a negotiation level, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly and concisely
  • A keen eye for data protection risks and details, combined with forward-thinking
  • A strong solution-oriented approach, flexibility, and curiosity complete your profile

Don't meet all the requirements? No problem, we look forward to receiving your application!

 

We offer you

  • Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave
  • Work Abroad: Up to 20 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
  • Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances as well as financial participation in the company's success 
  • Worry-free Relocation: Wrap-around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover 
  • Lifelong Learning: Innovative programme of further training, including e-learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, opportunities for work shadowing in other departments
  • Healthy Work Environment: Cooperation with the fitness studio Daily Fitness (also for family members), ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients 
  • Corporate Benefits: Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology)
  • Individual Family Support: Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters
  • Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (JobRad), free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes
  • Connecting Power: Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities

 

We are #somewhatdifferent – people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome! Apply with just one click on the „Apply now“-button and become part of our diverse team!

 

More on our work environment, your entry opportunities and development prospects can be found at www.hannover-re.com/en/career.
 

Gabriela Nangia | Hannover Re | personnel@hannover-re.com