Privacy Compliance Expert

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Group Data Privacy team, composed of 3 people, is integrated in the General Counsel Global Business Unit.
• As a Privacy Compliance Expert, you will provide expertise on GDPR and its interpretation, templates, and legal guidance to ensure the Group’s compliance with GDPR and local Privacy Laws through coordinating a network of Legal Privacy Networks.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Provide strategic legal advice to the organization
  • Identify and evaluate the legal Privacy Compliance risks to support the Group Data Protection Officer
  • Contribute to preparing communications and legal recommendations on privacy matters for the Group
  • Define legal Privacy documentation based on GDPR requirements
  • Serve as an escalation point for Business Legal Counsel in case of privacy-related contract issues
  • Ensure Privacy regulatory watch and communications to the organization on Privacy evolutions
• We offer a permanent contract based on onsite working mode.

About you

• Degree or equivalent in Law.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in the legal field with a focus on Privacy Compliance, preferably in the chemical industrial field.
• Competencies:
  • Fluency in English is mandatory. Any other language is a plus
  • Knowledge of applicable data protection laws, GDPR and ePrivacy in particular, and legislation specifically applicable to the organization such as in IT, Digital Innovations
  • Understanding of Information Technologies (to be able to interact with IT and Cybersecurity specialists in Digital projects)
• Behaviors:
  • Attention to detail
  • Communicative

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country base pay reasonably expected for this role is 62,000.00 € to 93,000.00 €, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship, and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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