Senior data protection expert

Can you enable ING Domestic Bank The Netherlands (DBNL) in being compliant by desire and design? We are looking for a experienced data protection risk management expert for the Business Unit of the domestic bank.   

Compliance is transforming at a rapid pace from a qualitative to a more data driven field of expertise. The Compliance department not only closely monitors compliance with the (unwritten) rules, but also compliance with the moral compass. The integrity we conduct, the considerations we make and how transparent we are in this, greatly contribute to the confidence that customers, employees and society have in ING. Personal Data Protection is one of the key Compliance factors for ING, with a fine-exposure of up to 4% of ING group annual revenue in case of serious systemic events. You will be a key member of the newly created Data Protection (DP) team within Compliance. This team is responsible for leading and developing the approach for managing and monitoring of the compliance risks arising from processing personal data by ING The Netherlands.

The Team

The DP team is to be the internal local authority in the area of compliance data protection risk management and is responsible for ensuring that the structural solutions that are being put in place for our personal data protection-, data privacy- and data retention activities, live up to all the internal and external compliance requirements.   

In the DP Team, you will contribute to setting the standards for the DP area and contribute to developing, innovating and safeguarding (knowledge in) the area of data protection and -retention risk management. And also contribute to defining the DP risk appetite and related risk management processes. As a team we are also responsible for proactive monitoring and challenging the DP-processes and -practices in 1st line activities.

The strategic challenge for the DP team will be to improve the data protection risk management processes throughout the full compliance risk cycle, with the need for a multi-disciplinary approach. You will bring solid experience in non financial risk management methods to the team and you are eager to strengthen your knowledge on other aspects related to Data Protection.

As member of the team, the internal contacts will be multiple; first line colleagues of all tribes, legal and in the 2nd line with the other ING DPO teams and with other risk functions. Also, external contacts and networking will be key, in the various Data Protection Networks in the financial business sector.

You will be part of a new team of app. 7 FTE and work closely with the Data Protection Officer (DPO). You will manage projects independently. You will help to build the team.   

Roles and responsibilities

As a Senior Data Protection Expert you would be:

• Monitoring and reporting on the proper operating effectiveness and adherence to applicable laws, regulations, policies, as well as the effectiveness of the controls.

• Ensuring effective follow up by ING on impactful data breaches including root cause analyses and lessons learned. 

• Extending and maturing DP risk management, by fully embedding data protection in the compliance risk management cycle (preventive and detective) and with proper data protection governance and -reporting;

• Contribute to offering integrated DP advice on (strategic) business initiatives.

• Advising on data protection related assessments and ensure adequate follow up on identified risks.

• Horizon scanning to identify new (legal) developments which potentially can impact DBNLs data protection position.

• Design effective awareness & training activities in close collaboration with the DPE office DBNL. Offer training sessions for ING expert groups.

• Contribute to the design of effective approaches / guidance with the CDMO-/DPE Offices, with NFR/IT Risk and with ING Group Risk on DP matters.                  

How to succeed

We hire smart people, like you for your potential. Our biggest expectation is that you will stay curious. Keep learning. Take on responsibility. In return, we will back you to develop into an even better version of yourself.

In terms of competencies and experience, you are a team player and have:

• Specialized (technical and/or legal) data protection knowledge;

• Strong organizational sensibility and stakeholder management skills;

• Strong communication and analytical skills;

• The capacity to quickly learn new content and acquire new networks;

• A pragmatic, thorough and result driven approach;

• Analytical skills and you focus on data and facts;

• Actively ask for help and feedback, but also dare to give feedback/Speak Up;

• Work well together and help others to be successful;

• Are result oriented in getting things done.

Specific knowledge and experience

• Solid knowledge of and practical experience in non financial risk management / Compliance;  control evaluation, monitoring and reporting;

• Master degree in a relevant area;

• 8+ years work experience in financial sector;

• 5+ years work experience in a second line role;

• Knowledge and experience in managing data protection risk;

• Fluent English and Dutch language skills;

• Good knowledge of using data analyses and how to translate them into concrete suggestions for improvement or proposals for further analysis.

Rewards & benefits 

We want to make sure that it's possible for you to strike the right balance between your career and your private life. You can find out more about our employment conditions at https://www.ing.jobs/netherlands/Why-ING/benefits.htm 

The benefits of working with us at ING include: 

• A salary tailored to your qualities and experience
• 24-27 vacation days depending on contract 
• Pension scheme 
• 13th month salary 
• Individual Savings Contribution (BIS), 3.5% of your gross annual salary 
• 8% Holiday payment 
• Personal growth and challenging work with endless possibilities 
• An informal working environment with innovative colleagues 
• Work Agile, so new ideas come to life faster 

About us  

With 60,000 employees and operations in approximately 40 countries, there is no shortage of opportunities for people with initiative who want to help people take a step ahead in life and in business. Do you want to work at the cutting edge of what's possible and at the same time ensure you work with integrity and hold the customer's interests at heart? Do you want to be surrounded by progressive, inspiring, diverse and supportive colleagues? Then there is no better place to invest your talents than at ING. Join us. Apply today!