Jörg Hoffmann - Managing Director; Data Protection Officer; Information Security Officer

Q: Where is Jörg based?

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

Q: What languages does Jörg speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Jörg have?

Jörg has at least 33 years of experience. During this time, Jörg has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 12 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months . Note that Jörg may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Jörg's latest experience?

Jörg's most recent position is Managing Director; Data Protection Officer; Information Security Officer at Datenschutz24 (brand of Sovestro GmbH) .

Q: What companies has Jörg worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jörg has worked for Datenschutz24 (brand of Sovestro GmbH) , Sovestro GmbH , and Expert-Personaldienstleistungen GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Jörg most experienced in?

Jörg is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Chemical , and Telecommunication . Jörg also has some experience in Media, Entertainment and Publishing , Transportation and Logistics , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas is Jörg most experienced in?

Jörg is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR) , Operations , and Finance . Jörg also has some experience in Legal and Compliance , Strategy and Planning , and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which industries has Jörg worked in recently?

Jörg has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Chemical .

Q: Which business areas has Jörg worked in recently?

Jörg has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Legal and Compliance , and Strategy and Planning .

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Berlin, Germany

Experience

Jan 2015 - Present

11 years 3 months

Managing Director; Data Protection Officer; Information Security Officer

Datenschutz24 (brand of Sovestro GmbH)

Drafting company agreements related to data protection
Acting as a mediator between business interests and data subject rights in a corporate context
Process analysis and evaluation regarding data protection and information security implications according to GDPR, BDSG, BSI baseline protection
Support for information security audits according to ISO 27001
Implementation of change management processes
Analysis of IT infrastructure and deriving recommendations
Expert support in legal proceedings and communication with supervisory authorities
Preparation of data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and procedure and processing documentation (VVZ)
Training on corporate data protection and information security
Cooperation with law firms in legal proceedings

Jan 2013 - Present

13 years 3 months

Potsdam, Germany

Managing Director

Sovestro GmbH

Acquiring stakes and setting up a consulting and investment company for:
Governance
Compliance
Risk management
Data protection and information security
Acquiring stakes

Jan 2013 - Apr 2024

11 years 4 months

Berlin, Germany

Managing Director

Expert-Personaldienstleistungen GmbH

Acquisition, financing, and operation of a personnel services company in Brandenburg and NRW
Expanding market position and developing new business areas
Implementation of HR industry software
Employee retention and reduction of turnover rate
HR administration for over 120 employees
Financial planning and budget control
Controlling and reporting

Jan 2007 - Dec 2012

6 years

Oldenburg, Germany

Managing Director

NWZ-Zustellgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG

Planning, organization, and operation of the group's logistics with resource and budget responsibility exceeding EUR 10 million and more than 1,500 employees
Introduction of dedicated controlling and reporting (IKRS) and benchmarking with other publishers, deriving measures
Reorganization of internal processes and creation of a new more flexible corporate structure through change management
Development and implementation of a new wage model and introduction of new compensation structures
Introduction of company pension scheme and group accident insurance
Conducting in-house collective agreement negotiations with union and works council

Jan 2003 - Dec 2007

5 years

Berlin, Germany

Managing Director (self-employed)

BZV-Verbund Zustellagenturen

Carrying out business transfers and reorganization of operational processes
Defining workflows and synchronizing organizational structure and processes in logistics
Personnel management for approx. 400 employees per location

Jan 2000 - Dec 2003

4 years

Berlin, Germany

Managing Director

MVC Teleconferencing GmbH

Resource and budget responsibility of over EUR 2 million for 15 employees

Jan 2000 - Dec 2000

1 year

Frankfurt, Germany

Head of Marketing / Business Development

MVC Mobile Video Communication AG

Jan 1999 - Dec 1999

1 year

Bad Homburg, Germany

Group Product Manager

TIME Communication Services AG

Jan 1998 - Dec 1999

2 years

Essen, Germany

Marketing Manager Strategic Partnerships

o.tel.o communications GmbH & Co. KG

Jan 1997 - Dec 1997

1 year

Essen, Germany

Marketing Specialist Trade Marketing

RWE Telliance GmbH & Co. KG

Jan 1994 - Dec 1997

4 years

Potsdam, Germany

Trade Marketing Associate

E-Plus Service GmbH

Jan 1993 - Dec 1993

1 year

Berlin, Germany

Music Licensing Associate

GEMA Regional Directorate

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (13 years), Chemical (11 years), Telecommunication (10 years), Media and Entertainment (7 years), Transportation (5 years), and Energy (1 year).

Professional Services

Chemical

Telecommunication

Media and Entertainment

Transportation

Energy

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Human Resources (21.5 years), Operations (19 years), Finance (17.5 years), Legal (14 years), Strategy (14 years), and Information Technology (13 years).

Human Resources

Operations

Finance

Legal

Strategy

Information Technology

Summary

Drafting company agreements related to data protection
Acting as a mediator between business interests and data subject rights (in a corporate context)
Process analysis and evaluation regarding data protection and information security implications (according to GDPR, BDSG, BSI IT baseline protection)
Support for information security audits according to ISO 27001
Implementation of change management processes (process organization)
Analysis of IT infrastructure and derivation of action recommendations
Expert support in legal proceedings and communication with supervisory authorities
Preparation of data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and procedure and processing documentation (VVZ)
Training on corporate data protection and information security
Cooperation with law firms in legal proceedings

Clients: NGO, culture, automotive, metal processing, food industry, culture, research, real estate, training providers, online business

Skills

Ms Office Pro
Mind Manager/mindjet
Adobe Suite
Google G Suite
Agil Personal (Industry Software)
Basic Knowledge: Sap R3/erp: Hcm, Mm Modules, Business Warehouse
Advanced User Skills: Datev Lodas Comfort, Wordpress, Ga-analytics, Facebook Ad Manager, Kali Linux
Individual And Collective Labor Law: Aüg, Aentg
Social Legislation: Sgb Ii, Iii, Ix
Data Protection: Bdsg, Gdpr, Ttdsg, Hinschg, Etc.
Information Security: Bsi Baseline Protection, Iso 27000, Iso 31000 Series
Kali Linux Foundation Level, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, Burp
Vm-ware
Collective Bargaining Law, Collective Agreements (Regional Tv, Framework Tv, Pay And Pay Scale Tv, Industry Tv), Works Agreements, In-house Collective Agreements

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

FH Burgenland

MBA Compliance & Risk Management · Compliance & Risk Management · Eisenstadt, Austria

Technische Akademie Hameln

Human Resources Specialist Bachelor (CCI) Human Resources Manager · Human Resources Specialist Bachelor (CCI) Human Resources Manager · Hamelin, Germany

Certifications & licenses

AEVO - Trainer Qualification (Ada)

IHK Berlin

AZAV Certification

TÜV SÜD Management

Data Protection Officer DSB

TÜV SÜD Akademie

Google Online Marketing Certificate

Information Security Officer

TÜV SÜD Akademie

RISK Manager

TÜV SÜD Akademie

White Hacker Foundation Level

IHK Oberfranken

Profile

Created

September 2024

Last Update

September 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Jörg based?

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

What languages does Jörg speak?

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

How many years of experience does Jörg have?

Jörg has at least 33 years of experience. During this time, Jörg has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 12 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Jörg may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Jörg be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Jörg would be well-suited for roles such as: Managing Director; Data Protection Officer; Information Security Officer, Managing Director, Managing Director (self-employed).

What is Jörg's latest experience?

Jörg's most recent position is Managing Director; Data Protection Officer; Information Security Officer at Datenschutz24 (brand of Sovestro GmbH).

What companies has Jörg worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jörg has worked for Datenschutz24 (brand of Sovestro GmbH), Sovestro GmbH, and Expert-Personaldienstleistungen GmbH.

Which industries is Jörg most experienced in?

Jörg is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Chemical, and Telecommunication. Jörg also has some experience in Media, Entertainment and Publishing, Transportation and Logistics, and Energy.

Which business areas is Jörg most experienced in?

Jörg is most experienced in business areas like Human Resources (HR), Operations, and Finance. Jörg also has some experience in Legal and Compliance, Strategy and Planning, and Information Technology (IT).

Which industries has Jörg worked in recently?

Jörg has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Chemical.

Which business areas has Jörg worked in recently?

Jörg has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Legal and Compliance, and Strategy and Planning.

What is Jörg's education?

Jörg holds a Master in Compliance & Risk Management from FH Burgenland and a Bachelor in Human Resources Specialist Bachelor (CCI) Human Resources Manager from Technische Akademie Hameln.

Does Jörg have any certificates?

Jörg has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: AEVO - Trainer Qualification (Ada), AZAV Certification, and Data Protection Officer DSB.

What is the availability of Jörg?

Jörg is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Jörg?

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