Data Protection Consultant (Legal Counsel)

As a Data Protection Consultant (Legal Counsel) at Bosch, you will advise IT departments on GDPR compliance, draft data protection agreements, assess potential data protection violations, and conduct audits within the corporate IT. You will also collaborate with cybersecurity experts and implement the principles of Privacy by Design to enhance data protection strategies.

To qualify for the Data Protection Consultant (Legal Counsel) position at Bosch, candidates should possess a university degree in law and have 3-6 years of experience in data protection consulting. In-depth knowledge of the GDPR and strong communication skills are essential, while certification as a data protection officer is a plus.

Absolutely! Bosch promotes continuous development and provides numerous opportunities for learning in a supportive, multicultural environment. As a Data Protection Consultant, you’ll have access to training, conferences, and best practice sharing, allowing you to advance your career while making a meaningful impact.

At Bosch, we offer a competitive salary and bonus structure, along with hybrid working options and flexible hours to support your work-life balance. Additional benefits include private medical care, life insurance, a cafeteria system with vouchers, family-oriented programs, and a prepaid lunch card.

Bosch fosters a strong data protection culture by integrating it into our IT operations. As a Data Protection Consultant (Legal Counsel), you will play a key role in training team members and enhancing processes that prioritize data protection. Our ongoing commitment and proactive approach ensure compliance and promote awareness at all levels of the organization.

When answering this question, detail your professional experience involving GDPR regulations, highlighting specific projects where you implemented compliance measures, conducted audits, or trained staff. Provide examples of challenges you faced and how you overcame them to demonstrate your thorough understanding of data protection laws.

Describe your strategies for staying informed about changes in data protection laws, such as subscribing to legal newsletters, attending relevant conferences, or participating in professional groups. This shows your commitment to continuous learning and awareness in the field of data protection.

Discuss your negotiation tactics by emphasizing your focus on clarity and mutual benefit. Share examples of how you have successfully navigated negotiations, maintained compliance with GDPR, and addressed the concerns of both parties effectively.

Use a specific project to illustrate your methodology in conducting a data protection impact assessment. Explain the steps you took, your findings, and how you helped the organization implement necessary changes to meet compliance standards.

Discuss how you approach data subject requests with empathy and professionalism. Explain your process for verifying requests, ensuring compliance, and maintaining confidentiality, emphasizing the importance of customer trust in data handling.

Mention specific tools you've used in your previous roles for conducting data protection audits. Explain how these tools helped streamline the auditing process and enhanced your ability to identify compliance gaps effectively.

Provide a brief overview of the situation where you detected a potential violation, your analysis process, and the steps you took to address this issue in a timely manner to ensure the company remained compliant.

Illustrate your experience with Privacy by Design principles, giving specific examples of projects where you integrated these principles. Explain how you ensured privacy was incorporated into the design of IT products at every stage.

Highlight your communication strategies for collaborating with IT teams, such as regular meetings, creating clear guidelines, and fostering an open environment for discussing data protection concerns. Focus on your ability to bridge legal and technical language effectively.

Reflect on potential challenges like keeping pace with evolving regulations or engaging cross-functional teams. Offer insights into how you would proactively address these challenges through ongoing education, collaboration, and establishing clear protocols.