DPO Consultant

About CRANIUM

CRANIUM is market leader in the Benelux specialised in Privacy, Security, and Data Management Consultancy. We combine IT-, legal-, and business knowledge to offer our clients comprehensive end-to-end solutions on both strategic and operational levels. Our goal? Help companies use their data in a compliant, secure and organised way.

What a day as a DPO Consultant involves

• Design and implement privacy programmes tailored to client needs.

• Provide expert advice informed by decisions from the Belgian SA and regulatory updates.

• Assist clients in integrating privacy by design/default into their processes.

• Evaluate and adjust data processing activities to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Perform in-depth privacy scans/audits and update improvement roadmaps.

• Create clear, targeted documentation for various audiences, including management and executives.

• Lead the response to data breaches and drive awareness initiatives.

• Identify ways to optimise client outcomes and improve service offerings.

• Communicate effectively with regulators and represent CRANIUM with integrity and professionalism.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and refine privacy strategies and roadmaps for clients.

• Offer bespoke regulatory guidance aligned with legal developments.

• Conduct and revise DPIAs/TIAs as needed.

• Map data flows and establish effective data governance frameworks.

• Deliver training sessions and foster privacy awareness within organisations.

• Oversee third-party risk assessments and ensure compliance with DPAs.

• Lead data breach responses and create actionable incident response plans.

• Produce detailed documentation to demonstrate GDPR compliance.

• Work collaboratively with stakeholders across different teams and functions.

• Mentor junior team members, offering guidance and expertise.

• Manage complex projects and deliver results within agreed timelines.

Who you are

• Passionate about digital law and staying ahead of emerging trends and technologies.

• A creative thinker who solves complex problems.

• A sociable, communicative team player

• Continuously eager to expand your skills and knowledge.

Your qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Security, Data Science, or Criminology.

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in data protection.

• Certified as a Data Protection Officer (DPO).

• Ideally, have a CIPP/E certification (not essential).

• Strong understanding of GDPR, Belgian data privacy laws, and international privacy regulations.

• Familiarity with ISO 27001 and 27701 standards is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

Join a fun and dynamic team where work-life balance and flexibility are a priority! We believe in fostering an enjoyable workplace that supports your professional and personal growth. Work alongside supportive, talented colleagues who are ready to collaborate and celebrate successes together. Enjoy generous benefits, a comprehensive support system, and a culture that values your well-being.

What's in it for you?

As a CRANIUM consultant, you are highly appreciated for your expertise and enthusiasm! Therefore, we offer you a generous compensation package, including:

• An attractive and competitive salary with a wide range of extra benefits;

• Flexible working arrangements, as we want you to build a successful career and deliver excellent customer service, without sacrificing your personal priorities. 

• A mobility budget fully adaptable to your lifestyle and personal needs, or a company car.

• Access to our internal CRANIUM Academy, through which you can hone your people, consulting and topic skills continuously. With your yearly growth budget, you can follow any course provided by CRANIUM Campus, focus on your personal growth and achieve necessary certifications fit for your role within the organisation. 

• Support in Career Lifecycle: Depending on your needs, you'll be supported through regular check-ins and mentor meet-ups to help you grow and feel confident in your role as consultant. 

• Stay Active & Healthy: De-stress in our office gym or bond with colleagues during a friendly padel match or yoga session. With our health partner, Alan, you also receive many additional health benefits such as easy access to a variety of health experts (psychologists, GPs,...) and the best health insurance on the market today. Your well-being is our priority.

• Ecocheques, meal vouchers, CLA90 bonus, Flex-Income Plan, group insurance... you name it, we offer it 😉