Senior Data Protection Officer (chinese speaking prefered) - Europe

Your mission

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Data Protection Officer (DPO) to lead and oversee our data protection strategy and implementation across our European operations.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all data protection and privacy matters across the European region.
• Ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.
• Develop, implement, and maintain data protection policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate data privacy risks.
• Advise on data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and monitor their performance.
• Liaise with supervisory authorities and data subjects on data protection issues.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure data privacy compliance across all business units.
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Support cross-border data transfer mechanisms and ensure compliance with international data protection standards.
• Oversee corporate data protection strategy and compliance frameworks.
• Develop long-term risk mitigation and privacy impact strategies.
• Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on data privacy trends.
• Lead discussions with regulators and industry bodies on evolving laws.
• Drive adoption of privacy-enhancing technologies and automation.
• Optimize data governance processes through advanced analytics.

Your profile

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of GDPR, European data protection laws and cross-border data transfer regulations, with a strong preference for candidates who are fluent in Chinese to support our global operations.
Your ideal profile looks more or less like this:

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Law, IT, or Data Governance.
• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Data Protection Officer or in a similar role within Europe
• In-depth knowledge of GDPR and other European data protection laws.
• Proven experience in managing data protection compliance in multinational organizations.
• Strong understanding of data security practices and technologies.
  Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Chinese (Mandarin) B2/C1 is highly preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or ISO 27001 are a plus
• Deep expertise in global privacy regulations and cybersecurity practices.
• Ability to influence senior leadership and drive strategic initiatives.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Why us?

The defining challenge—and opportunity—of this decade is energy. And we’re not just part of the conversation. We’re leading it.
As the world’s largest inverter manufacturer with the strongest PV-Inverter R&D team , we’re shaping the future of sustainable energy. Our innovations power progress across the globe, and we’re just getting started.
Now, we’re scaling up—and you could be a key part of this journey.
Here’s what awaits you:

• Exceptional Career Growth – Clear paths for advancement in a fast-growing, future-focused industry
• Performance-Based Bonuses – Transparent KPI agreements with real rewards for your impact
• A Truly International Team – Collaborate across Europe and beyond in a vibrant, multicultural environment
• Deep Technical & Commercial Learning – Expand your expertise in string inverters, central inverters, inverter stations, and storage solutions
• World-Class Training – Gain insights at our German HQ and visit our cutting-edge R&D center in China

About us

We are a green tech company with young creative minds.
We are fighting every day to make our mission happen – Clean Power for All !

With 650+GW of clean power presently installed worldwide, we are on the road to success!

Founded in 1997 by University Professor Cao Renxian, Sungrow is a leader in the research and development of solar inverters with the largest dedicated R&D team in the industry and a broad product portfolio offering PV inverter solutions and energy storage systems for utility-scale, commercial & industrial, and residential applications, as well as internationally recognized floating PV plant solutions, NEV driving solutions, EV charging solutions and renewable hydrogen production systems.

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