Who we are
The Data Protection Unit of the European Parliament plays a crucial role in ensuring that personal data is handled responsibly and securely. Our main objective is to ensure the application of the Regulation 2018/1725 (EUDPR) on the protection of privacy rights of individuals whose personal data is processed by the European Parliament.
Our dynamic team, led by the Data Protection Officer (DPO), is committed to ensuring the correct implementation of the Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 and data protection guidelines coming from the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS).
We provide expert advice, guidance on data privacy matters, and continuously monitor compliance inside our Institution. Additionally, we offer practical training and workshops or organise information campaigns to our stakeholders, promoting a better understanding and proper application of the Regulation.
Our responsibilities include informing data subjects and data controllers about their rights and obligations, while also ensuring that individual’s rights to privacy and to data protection are respected whenever their personal information is processed by the European Parliament.
The tasks of the Unit are to provide legal opinions, making recommendations for improvement of data protection within the European Parliament, advising on the various elements of the regulation. Moreover, our Unit is responsible to keep a register of the processing operations carried out by European Parliament and also to monitor the ongoing processing operations. The Data Protection Unit offers advices for both external and internal queries.
To effectively carry out these tasks, the DPO is supported by a dedicated team of lawyers, IT specialists, and administrative assistants, as well as a network of data protection coordinators from each Directorate-General of the European Parliament.
Operating independently and reporting directly to the Secretary-General, the Data Protection Unit is committed to safeguarding privacy while supporting the efficient and transparent functioning of the European Parliament. Through close collaboration within our team and network, we strive to maintain the highest standards of data protection within the institution.
Your tasks
As a trainee in the Data Protection Unit, you will work alongside legal experts and IT professionals to address a range of data protection challenges. Your tasks may include:
- Legal support: updating case law, drafting legal opinions;
- Risk and IT Analysis: identifying potential data protection risks, IT system evaluation;
- Communication Projects: focusing on preparation of presentations, internal communications and brochures materials;
- Review and updates of Intranet and Internet webpages of Data Protection Unit;
- Register of Records (RDP): assistance in reviewing and closing records in the Register;
- Training support: Preparation of training/awareness raising sessions.
By joining our team, you will:
- Gain practical experience in data protection within the EU context;
- Work alongside a diverse and multidisciplinary team;
- Develop your skills in legal analysis, IT assessment, and communication;
- Contribute to safeguarding citizens' privacy rights within the European Parliament.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team dedicated to data protection.
You are
We are looking for a motivated, proactive and flexible person to work in our small team. You are passionate about data protection and privacy, eager to learn and discover our daily work.
You ideally have a background in one (or more) of the following fields:
- Law (with an interest in data protection);
- IT or IT Security (with knowledge of data security practices);
- Communication/Journalism/Media (with skills in drafting content).
Your communication skills, especially collaborating in a team, are an asset, as your ability to adapt to a variety of tasks.
The European Parliament is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We welcome all candidates, regardless of their geographical, racial or ethnic origin, political or religious beliefs, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, civil status, or family situation.
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