Rolex Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Rolex is a Swiss luxury watchmaker renowned for precision, discretion and vertical integration. As an employer, Rolex is recognised for rigorous standards, long-term investment in talent and global operations that demand robust compliance and governance frameworks.

1. Ensure Group-wide compliance with data protection laws and regulations (Swiss LPD and EU GDPR) and related policies.
2. Maintain and update the data protection documentation framework, including policies, directives and the processing register.
3. Produce monthly and annual activity reports for senior stakeholders.
4. Manage contractual relationships and Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with Group entities in Switzerland and internationally.
5. Handle data subject requests and oversee the timely fulfilment of individuals’ rights.
6. Act as primary liaison with business units and the legal function on processing activities and compliance matters.
7. Identify, document and monitor compliance gaps; participate in compliance audits and follow-up remediation actions.
8. Advise project and operational teams on data protection by design and by default; conduct and oversee Data Protection Impact Assessments (AIPD/DPIA) where required.
9. Design and deliver training for employees on data protection obligations and best practices.
10. Operate legal and regulatory monitoring to integrate emerging European frameworks (IA Act, Data Act, CRA, DSA, DMA) into compliance processes.
11. Manage personal data security incidents and coordinate interactions with supervisory authorities.

1. Higher education degree in law, information technology, economics or a closely related discipline.
2. Deep knowledge of Swiss LPD and EU GDPR; familiarity with European digital regulation (IA Act, Data Act, CRA, DSA, DMA) is an advantage.
3. Certifications in data protection or privacy (Swiss and/or European standards) preferred.
4. Strong understanding of IT architecture and cybersecurity principles.
5. Demonstrable aptitude for risk management and compliance methodologies.
6. Excellent communication skills and experience interacting with data controllers, business stakeholders and legal teams.
7. Fluency in French and very good command of English.

1. LPD
2. RGPD
3. AIPD
4. DPA
5. IA Act
6. Data Act
7. CRA
8. DSA
9. DMA
10. IT architecture
11. cybersecurity

Several years of hands-on experience in data protection, privacy or compliance roles (typically 5+ years), ideally within a multinational or luxury goods environment and with responsibility for cross-border processing.

University degree in law, information technology, economics or equivalent higher education qualification.

Stimulating work environment; excellent working conditions; flexible working-time arrangements; top-tier social benefits; hybrid working option (tagged #LI-Hybrid).

Rolex cultivates a disciplined, discreet and meritocratic culture centred on technical excellence and long-term stewardship. The workplace values precision, confidentiality and a measured approach to governance, offering stability and professional development within a global luxury organisation.