We are looking for a Data Privacy Specialist to join Digital & Business Technology Services at Stora Enso starting as soon as possible.
You will be joining Security and Privacy team focusing on trusted business operations by protecting business and personal data, managing cyber and privacy risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.
You will be located in Ostrava, Czechia and report to the Head of Security and Privacy.
Purpose
Data Privacy Specialist leverages data privacy expertise, tools and established ways of working to support the company in developing and maintaining compliant, effective and efficient data privacy practices.
The role contributes to the day-to-day data privacy operations and processes, maintenance of privacy documentation and tooling, promotion of data privacy awareness and improvement of the quality and consistency of privacy operations.
Your responsibilities
Support and execute data privacy processes, including privacy assessments, data subject requests and the management of personal data breach incidents.
Maintain and update Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Contribute to the maintenance of privacy tools, practices and processes and identify gaps and inefficiencies, proactively recommending improvements.
Provide practical guidance and advice to internal stakeholders on data protection requirements and best practices.
Foster data privacy awareness and culture through workshops, trainings and awareness activities.
Continuously develop expertise in data privacy and stay up-to-date with relevant regulatory development and guidance.
What you will bring
Good understanding of GDPR and core data protection principles.
1-3 years of practical experience in data privacy operations, with the ability to support and execute processes.
University degree in a relevant field
Understanding of business processes, information systems and data security requirements.
Ability to identify privacy risks and contribute to their mitigation.
Strong communication skills.
Pragmatic, solution-driven mindset with strong attention to detail while maintaining a broader perspective.
Excellent interpersonal, networking and collaboration skills; proactive and self-driven team player.
Full professional efficiency in English.
What we offer
You will be part of our diverse working culture which supports you in exploring new perspectives and developing professionally. You will contribute to a more sustainable world, as sustainability and innovation are at the core of our strategy. To keep you going safely, we support your physical and mental well-being.
Career growth opportunities within an international organisation
Access to modern technologies and digital tools
Professional development opportunities
Motivating additional benefits package
Hybrid work options and flexible working hours
Inspiring, sustainable, and innovation-driven work environment
Role specific opportunities:
modern office in Ostrava - we apply hybrid model, 2-3 days/week in the office
5 weeks of vacation per year
lunch cards 160 CZK
commuting allowance
cafeteria
pension insurance
annual bonus
Join the Renewable Materials Company
The forest is at the heart of Stora Enso, and we believe that everything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. We are the leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials, and wooden construction, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. Stora Enso has approximately 19,000 employees.
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How can you apply for this role?
You can only submit your application to us by using our recruitment tool. As we are assessing our candidates on an ongoing basis, we hope to hear from you as soon as possible but at the latest by 21 June 2026.
Due to the English-speaking hiring manager, please send your CV in English. Thank you.
We would like to inform you that, due to our planned July holiday, it is very likely that the interviews with selected candidates will take place only at the end of July.
Depending on the role, we might invite you to a (video) interview and/or aptitude tests. Also, our recruitment process could include pre-employment actions such as background, reference, and health checks as well as a drug test.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact TA partner Lucie Staňková, [email protected].
Skills Required
- Good understanding of GDPR and core data protection principles
- 1-3 years practical experience in data privacy operations
- University degree in a relevant field
- Understanding of business processes, information systems and data security requirements
- Experience supporting privacy assessments, data subject requests and breach management
- Ability to maintain Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)
- Strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Pragmatic, solution-driven mindset with strong attention to detail
- Full professional efficiency in English
What We Do
Part of the global bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading provider of renewable products in packaging, biomaterials, wooden construction and paper, and one of the largest private forest owners in the world. We believe that everything that is made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. Sustainability and responsible business practices are deeply embedded in our strategy. Our low-carbon, fiber-based products are renewable and recyclable. They offer solutions to climate change and promote positive impacts on the environment, thus enabling our customers to become more eco-friendly. We employ some 22,000 people. Our shares are listed on the Helsinki (STEAV, STERV) and Stockholm (STE A, STE R) stock exchanges. In addition, the shares are traded in the USA as ADRs
