Privacy Administrator

remote type
Hybrid
locations
Madrid Office - Spain
Galway - Ireland
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 17 Days Ago
job requisition id
JR10946

About Us:
Planet is a leading technology company transforming payments by putting customer experience first. We offer integrated solutions that include payment processing, VAT refunds, dynamic currency conversion, and management services for merchants in the Retail and Hospitality sectors worldwide.
In recent years, we have experienced significant growth, expanding our services and global presence.
With strong private equity investors, Advent International and Eurazeo, we have the financial capital and expertise to grow our capabilities and reach through acquisitions.
Our mission is to create a world of connected commerce where payments are simple, secure, and seamless, enabling our partners to deliver exceptional experiences to their customers.
Role Overview
Planet is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Privacy Administrator to support the organisation in ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and best practices.
In this role, you will work closely with the Data Protection Officer (DPO) and key stakeholders across the business, supporting data privacy governance, assessments, incident management, and awareness initiatives across the organisation.
What you will do:
In this role, you will support Planet’s data privacy framework and day-to-day privacy operations, including:
Documentation Development and Privacy Support:
Assist the Data Protection Officer in the development, review, and update of data privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations, such as GDPR, CCPA, and local laws.
Provide guidance and support to departments on data privacy matters.
Data Privacy Assessments:
Assist teams in conducting Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new projects, systems, or processes.
Incident Management:
Respond to and investigate data privacy incidents in accordance with established procedures.
Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to contain and mitigate the impact of incidents.
Data Subject Requests (DSRs):
Process and respond to Data Subject Requests (DSRs) in a timely and accurate manner.
Ensure compliance with data subject rights (access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing).
Training and Awareness:
Ensure mandatory data protection training is delivered to employees.
Promote data privacy awareness within the organisation.
Vendor Management:
Review and assess the data privacy practices of third-party vendors and suppliers.
Ensure that vendors comply with appropriate data protection measures.
Respond to data privacy assessments and questionnaires from third parties.
Who you are:
Strong understanding of data protection principles and privacy regulations
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with different stakeholders
Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team
Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership
High level of integrity, discretion, and commitment to data privacy
Nice to have:
Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (IAPP), Certified Information Privacy Manager (IAPP), or other recognised data privacy qualifications
Why Planet
Planet is an equal opportunity employer where diversity is valued, and all employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Come and grow your career in the most exciting, fast-paced technology market, with a business that delivers feel-good connected commerce.
We would love to hear from you – Apply now.
At Planet, we embrace a hybrid work model, with three days a week in the office.

Reasonable accommodations may be made in order to allow for an individual to perform the essential functions of this role successfully.

About Us

Company Background
Planet provides integrated software, payment and technology solutions for its customers in the Hospitality and Retail sectors and worldwide via a network of global Financial Services Partners.
Founded over 35 years ago, we have evolved our services, delivering an innovative digital commerce platform that puts customer experience first.
With headquarters in London and around 3,000 expert employees located across six continents we serve customers in over 120 markets.