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Freelance

Freelance lecturer for various education providers in data protection law, information security, and compliance topics

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Education (10 years), Professional Services (5 years), Information Technology (4.5 years), Manufacturing (3.5 years), and Retail (0.5 years).

Education
Professional Services
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Retail

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology (10 years), Legal (10 years), and Project Management (2.5 years).

Information Technology
Legal
Project Management

Summary

I'm Jamie. A survival expert in data protection & compliance.

I am passionate about helping small and medium-sized businesses meet the demands of complex laws, especially data protection, in a simple and tailored way.

With my support, we can seamlessly integrate compliance topics into your core business processes.

Thanks to my expertise, I serve as your external data protection officer and compliance management systems advisor.

My mission is to guide you toward a legally compliant future and build a strong foundation for data protection together.

As an extension of your company, I find solutions that fit your processes like a glove.

Defining and achieving goals together on equal terms – that's true partnership.

I spot compliance risks, analyze them, and evaluate them thoroughly for you.

I share my knowledge openly so it becomes a real benefit for you and your company.

I provide you with the right tools to make your data protection management time- and resource-efficient.

That way, you can be sure that compliance is no longer a foreign word but an integral part of your daily work.

Skills

  • Information Security
  • Data Protection Law
  • Compliance

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 2017 - Jun 2019

Fachhochschule Bielefeld

Master of Laws - LLM · Contract Drafting and Management · Bielefeld, Germany

Oct 2014 - Jun 2017

Fachhochschule Bielefeld

Bachelor, Business Law (LL.B) · Business Law · Bielefeld, Germany

Certifications & licenses

IT Security Officer (IHK)

Certified Data Protection Officer (GDD)

Certified Data Protection Officer (TÜV)

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Jamie based?

Jamie is based in Rödinghausen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Jamie speak?

Jamie speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Jamie have?

Jamie has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Jamie has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months. Note that Jamie may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Jamie be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Jamie would be well-suited for roles such as: Founder I Data Protection & Compliance Officer, Data Protection Officer and Project Manager, Data Protection Consultant.

What is Jamie's latest experience?

Jamie's most recent position is Founder I Data Protection & Compliance Officer at Compliant Digital GmbH & Co. KG.

What companies has Jamie worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jamie has worked for Compliant Digital GmbH & Co. KG, ecoprotec GmbH, and Freelance.

Which industries is Jamie most experienced in?

Jamie is most experienced in industries like Education, Professional Services, and Information Technology (IT). Jamie also has some experience in Manufacturing and Retail.

Which business areas is Jamie most experienced in?

Jamie is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Legal and Compliance, and Project Management.

Which industries has Jamie worked in recently?

Jamie has recently worked in industries like Education, Information Technology (IT), and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Jamie worked in recently?

Jamie has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Legal and Compliance, and Project Management.

What is Jamie's education?

Jamie holds a Master in Contract Drafting and Management from Fachhochschule Bielefeld and a Bachelor in Business Law from Fachhochschule Bielefeld.

Does Jamie have any certificates?

Jamie has 3 certificates. These include: IT Security Officer (IHK), Certified Data Protection Officer (GDD), and Certified Data Protection Officer (TÜV).

What is the availability of Jamie?

Jamie is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Jamie?

Jamie's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

How to hire Jamie?

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