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Data Protection Officer
As data privacy regulations become more complex, global compliance, notably with the GDPR, remains a key requirement for organizations that collect and process personal information. Businesses are expected to meet legal obligations, demonstrate accountability, and build trust with both regulators and customers. A Data Protection Officer (DPO) plays a central role in managing privacy risks and shaping responsible data practices. Our DPO service offers experienced, business-minded support to help you stay aligned with the GDPR and other global data protection laws and navigate the shifting data protection landscape with confidence.
Our in-house DPO services offer embedded, hands-on support to help your organization manage privacy obligations with confidence:
- Monitoring ongoing GDPR compliance and internal data protection practices
- Advising leadership and employees on obligations under the GDPR and other applicable global data privacy laws
- Overseeing and reviewing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
- Serving as the designated point of contact for supervisory authorities and regulatory communications
- Responding to data subject access requests (DSARs) and advising on individual privacy rights
- Assisting with strengthening your organization’s privacy policies, procedures, and training programs
- Supporting internal audits and accountability documentation efforts
- Maintaining independence while reporting to senior management, in accordance with applicable privacy regulations, such as the GDPR’s Article 38
- Helping your organization meet its global data protection obligations and reduce regulatory risk
Organizations are required to appoint a Data Protection Officer under the GDPR if they:
- Are a public authority or body (except for courts acting in a judicial capacity)
- Carry out large-scale, regular, and systematic monitoring of individuals (e.g., online behavior tracking)
- Process special categories of data or criminal offense data on a large scale
Global privacy laws other than the GDPR often have similar requirements. However, even when not legally obligated to do so, many organizations choose to appoint a DPO to strengthen their privacy practices, reduce risk, and demonstrate a commitment to data protection.
A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is a formally designated role under specific global data protection laws, including the GDPR, with defined responsibilities and legal protections. A DPO is expected to act independently, report to the highest level of management, and serve as a point of contact for regulators and individuals.
In contrast, a privacy consultant typically provides advisory services without holding the formal responsibilities or independence required of a DPO. Our in-house DPO service fills the official role while also offering practical, strategic guidance that goes beyond typical consulting.
Yes—organizations are allowed to appoint an internal DPO, but that individual must meet specific criteria under global data protection laws. They must have expert knowledge of data protection law and practices, be free from conflicts of interest, and have sufficient resources and authority to fulfill the role independently.
In many organizations, finding someone who meets all of these requirements internally can be difficult. Our in-house DPO service provides dedicated, qualified professionals who meet GDPR and other applicable standards while integrating seamlessly with your team.
Even if you have in-house counsel, the DPO role is unique and cannot be absorbed by a general legal function without careful consideration. Generally, applicable global data privacy regulations require the DPO to act independently and avoid conflicts of interest—something that can be difficult if the legal team is also responsible for business or compliance decisions.
Our DPO service complements your existing legal resources by providing focused, impartial oversight of data protection obligations and acting as a direct liaison with regulators and data subjects.
A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is a formally designated role under specific global data protection laws, including the GDPR, with defined responsibilities and legal protections. A DPO is expected to act independently, report to the highest level of management, and serve as a point of contact for regulators and individuals.
In contrast, a privacy consultant typically provides advisory services without holding the formal responsibilities or independence required of a DPO. Our in-house DPO service fills the official role while also offering practical, strategic guidance that goes beyond typical consulting.
Yes—organizations are allowed to appoint an internal DPO, but that individual must meet specific criteria under global data protection laws. They must have expert knowledge of data protection law and practices, be free from conflicts of interest, and have sufficient resources and authority to fulfill the role independently.
In many organizations, finding someone who meets all of these requirements internally can be difficult. Our in-house DPO service provides dedicated, qualified professionals who meet GDPR and other applicable standards while integrating seamlessly with your team.
Even if you have in-house counsel, the DPO role is unique and cannot be absorbed by a general legal function without careful consideration. Generally, applicable global data privacy regulations require the DPO to act independently and avoid conflicts of interest—something that can be difficult if the legal team is also responsible for business or compliance decisions.
Our DPO service complements your existing legal resources by providing focused, impartial oversight of data protection obligations and acting as a direct liaison with regulators and data subjects.
Ready to meet your data protection obligations with confidence?
Let’s talk about how our in-house DPO services can support your business.