The HR Data Protection and Governance Group Manager leads the HR Data protection group at Avanade. This is key to the strategic enhancement of our HR data management and protection responsibilities, both within our HR Processes globally and our technological ecosystem. This role is responsible for the success of large transformations and key projects which ensure the success of Human Resources and Avanade.

Come join us

The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, communication, and management skills, along with an ability to lead training sessions and workshops for staff members. In this role, the Data Protection and Governance Group Manager will lead, train, inspire and develop the HR Data Protection Group. Expected to manage programs and processes and independently communicate with all relevant employees to promote data protection compliance within the HR organization. 

Together we do what matters.

What you will do:

• Serve as a point of contact within the HR organization for staff members, Records Retention Leads, and key Information Security leadership on issues related to data protection

• Ensure that the Human Resources function of the company is inline with policies, that ensure compliance with codes of practice such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)

• Evaluate and support the implementations of strategic initiatives to ensure HR Data Protection, access and risk management and manage remediation projects as required

• Provide expert advice and educate employees on important data compliance requirements

• Draft new and amend existing internal HR data protection procedures and guidelines, in consultation with key stakeholders

• Design and conduct audits to ensure compliance and to address potential issues

• Support the maintenance of records of all data processing activities of the HR Business Function

Skills and experiences

• Well versed in data protection laws and practices, including deep understanding of GDPR, and other Global Data Privacy Principles

• You have set and implemented strategic initiatives to ensure HR Data Protection, access and risk management. 

• Experience in a legal, audit, or risk management role, experience in a Human Resources function.

• Strong project management skills with a variety of participants and stakeholders

• Manage the work of others directly in your team and external

• Proficiency with software for preparing reports and presentations

About you

Characteristics that demonstrate success for this role:

• Many successful years of experience in data protection compliance or related field, managing and growing a team

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to manage sensitive and confidential information

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, with strong attention to detail

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant equivalent work experience in computer science or related field

• Privacy Certifications including CIPP/E, CIPM, or FIP preferred

• Security Certifications like CISSP or CISM preferred

• Promote a culture of data protection and compliance across all Global and Local HR Business units of the organization

Enjoy your career

Some of the best things about working at Avanade:

• Opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)

• Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally

• Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth

• Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you

Find out more about some of our Employee Benefits at Avanade:

• Meal or food voucher;

• Multibenefits card up to Senior Consultant;

• Medical and dental insurance;

• NAV: online platform for health care;

• Certifications and training;

• Life insurance;

• Private pension;

• Avababy: pregnancy monitoring and kit for new Avanade fathers and mothers;

• Participation in the company's results;

• Gympass;

• Childcare assistance;

• Career Advisor - Career mentoring;

• Birthday off policy for your birthday and children up to 12 years old;

• Wellbeing sessions;

• For managerial or higher roles - Corporate vehicle, parking and fuel assistance.

A great place to work

As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you’ll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You’ll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It’s all here, so take a closer look!

We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees.

Visit our Inclusion and Diversity page: [1] https://www.avanade.com/en/about-avanade/inclusion-and-diversity

Create a future for our people that focuses on:

• Expanding your thinking • Experimenting courageously • Learning and pivoting

Inspire greatness in our people by:

• Empowering every voice • Encouraging boldness • Celebrating progress

Accelerate the impact of our people by:

• Amazing the client • Prioritizing what matters • Acting as one

Learn more

To learn more about Avanade check out these links:

Linkedin - [2] https://www.linkedin.com/company/avanade/mycompany/

Inside Avanade Blog - [3] https://www.avanade.com/en/blogs/inside-avanade

Avanade Careers - [4] https://www.avanade.com/en/career/search-jobs?keyword=72497

References

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1. https://www.avanade.com/en/about-avanade/inclusion-and-diversity

2. https://www.linkedin.com/company/avanade/mycompany/

3. https://www.avanade.com/en/blogs/inside-avanade

4. https://www.avanade.com/en/career/search-jobs?keyword=72497