Corporate Senior Data Compliance Expert – Europe

Location: Madrid, Spain, Hybrid Working Option

Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full Time

Reporting Line: General Legal EMEA, Head of Corporate Legal Global

Languages Required: English and Spanish or German

ABOUT MIDEA GROUP

Midea Group is a publicly listed Global Fortune 500 company and is the world’s leading manufacturer of home appliances. Committed to bringing innovation to life, Midea Group goes beyond smart home appliances and comprises business pillars like HVAC and Building Technologies, Robotics and Automation, Electro-Mechanical and Digital Innovation. Being ranked #246 in the 2025 Global Fortune 500 List, Midea is proud of its 190,000+ employees and presence in 200+ countries, including several subsidiaries in the European market.

- $56 billion Sales Revenue 2024
- 44 Manufacturing Base Globally
- 38 Innovation Centers Globally
- 90.000 Patents Granted 2024

ABOUT MIDEA EUROPE

Midea's commitment to Europe goes beyond expanding its market reach. It’s also building a sustainable and innovative presence in the European market through localized operations, technological advancements, and an emphasis on energy-efficient solutions. CLICK VIDEOS HERE and some key M&A activities in the region (KUKA, Teka and ARBONIA climate).

- Based at Teka Spain registered at Paseo de la Castellana, 85. 9th Floor 28046 Madrid, Spain.
- We deliver leading MDA and SDA consumer electronics alongside comprehensive HVAC solutions.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Compliance Expert with a strong legal or information security background to join our team. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of extensive experience in data compliance, particularly within the European regulatory landscape. This role requires deep expertise in GDPR, the Data Act, the Consumer Rights Act (CRA), and other relevant data protection laws. The candidate will play a key role in ensuring our compliance frameworks meet global standards, with a focus on the home appliance manufacturing or related industries.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Lead and oversee data compliance initiatives across multiple jurisdictions in Europe. Interpret, implement, and monitor compliance with GDPR, Data Act, CRA, and other applicable data protection regulations.
- Develop and maintain company-wide data protection policies, procedures, and training programs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, IT security, product, and operations to ensure data compliance.
- Manage data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and respond to data subject access requests (DSARs).
- Provide expert guidance on data transfer mechanisms, cross-border data flows, and international compliance requirements.
- Liaise with regulators, external counsel, and internal stakeholders on compliance audits and investigations.
- Support business development and product teams with compliance risk assessments in the home appliance sector or related industries.
- Stay updated on evolving data protection laws and industry best practices to proactively adapt compliance strategies.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

- Minimum 10 years of experience in data compliance, data privacy, or related legal/information security roles.
- Strong legal or information security background with proven expertise in European data protection laws including GDPR, Data Act, CRA.
- Prior experience working at a top-tier international law firm or a globally recognized corporation.
- Demonstrated experience managing multinational data compliance programs.
- Familiarity with the home appliance manufacturing industry or closely related sectors is highly preferred.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and lead cross-border compliance projects.
- Advanced degree in Law, Information Security, or related field.
- Certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, or CISSP are a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Spain is a strategic pillar of Midea’s global expansion, offering exceptional professional growth opportunities.
- An international, goal-oriented, and collaborative work environment.
- Robust training and career development programs.
- Competitive, country-specific employee benefits tailored to local markets.

Midea Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer where diversity & inclusion matters. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.