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HomeToGo is Europe’s leading vacation rental group with the vision of unlocking better stays. Our team is united by a passion for travel, driven by innovation and impact, and guided by open-minded leaders at every level. Our commitment to recognizing and empowering exceptional talent is the foundation of our growth. We are actively hiring candidates from all around the world, including sponsoring visas for Germany. An amazing journey of opportunity with an international team lies ahead - join us!

Your future contribution

As a highly accountable and autonomous legal expert, you will be the architect of the HomeToGo Group’s privacy strategy, overseeing its end-to-end implementation and monitoring. In the fast-evolving landscape of the online travel industry, you will serve as the ultimate group-wide authority on data protection, acting as a critical bridge between complex compliance and ambitious business growth.

The Group is looking for a collaborative strategist who thrives in a candid, open-minded atmosphere and possesses the resilience to navigate intricate regulatory environments with innovative legal solutions. This is a role for a driven leader ready to own the privacy roadmap and deliver pragmatic results in a high-growth, tech-driven ecosystem. As a vital member of a motivated legal team, the successful candidate will not only lead on privacy but also possess the agility and curiosity to step into other legal fields, specifically facilitating the negotiation of complex commercial contracts and providing strategic counsel on product changes to support broader strategic objectives.

How you’ll add value

• Driving and overseeing the consistent implementation of GDPR standards across all HomeToGo Group entities and subsidiaries.
• Assessing legal requests with a unique ability to think creatively, balancing rigorous risk mitigation with business impact.
• Guiding product launches and app changes (including AI and AdTech features) to ensure privacy is integrated by design.
• Serving as the primary internal contact and lead collaborator for the external Data Protection Officer (DPO) to ensure seamless compliance oversight.
• Maintaining and improving global data protection flows, privacy policies, Records of Processing Activities (ROPAs), and other required GDPR documentation.
• Monitoring and implementing the latest EU and international regulatory and statutory privacy requirements.
• Reviewing and negotiating Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and privacy-related clauses in commercial contracts.
• Independently negotiating and drafting a wide range of commercial contracts, ensuring they align with both business goals and regulatory frameworks.
• Stepping in as a legal generalist when necessary, providing pragmatic advice on various legal matters beyond the scope of privacy.

You’ll be successful in this role if you

• Legal Qualification: One or two German State Exams passed above average, or a comparable European law degree (alternatively, a business degree with extensive practical experience in GDPR).
• Certified Expertise: Mandatory certification in GDPR (e.g., IAPP CIPP/E, CIPM, or an equivalent recognized professional certification).
• Language Proficiency: Excellent command of German (C2 level) is a must, along with fluent professional English.
• Professional Experience: 7+ years of experience in an in-house legal department or law firm (or a mix of both), with a proven track record in data protection law.
• Ownership Mindset: A highly autonomous working style with a deep sense of accountability for work products and deadlines.
• Team Player Mentality: A dedicated collaborator who thrives in intercultural environments and values collective success and shared goals.
• Solution Orientation: The ability to communicate complex legal risks in a simple, practicable manner that supports business momentum, combined with the ability to pivot between deep-dive privacy assessments and high-level commercial negotiations.

What we offer

Your journey with HomeToGo is a two way street - we’ve got you covered! We offer a diverse variety of benefits to enable your career development and make HomeToGo a great place to work, including: 

• Fair compensation and equity: Competitive salary and stock options, plus visa sponsorship and relocation support if you’re joining from abroad.*
• Time off and flexibility: 27 vacation days, plus one extra per year of tenure (up to 32). Hybrid setup with up to 50% remote work annually, including from abroad.
• Dog-friendly offices: Bring your four-legged friend along – our offices welcome well-behaved dogs.
• Learning and development: German classes, masterclasses, workshops, and cross-team mentorship to support your growth.
• Mobility perks: Monthly subsidy for the Deutschland-Ticket (nationwide public transport) and tax-advantaged bike leasing via salary conversion.
• Travel benefits: Discounts on vacation stays via our HomeToGo_Friends program for you, friends, and family. Plus exclusive deals with travel providers through the Travel Industry Card.
• Wellbeing support: Access to psychological support and mental health resources, plus subsidized fitness via Wellhub.
• Union Berlin partnership: 20% off official fan gear and other exclusive sponsor perks.
• Climate commitment: CSRD-compliant, proud member of Leaders for Climate Action, partnering with Plan A to set and track the Group’s carbon footprint. 
• And more: We're always evolving our benefits to support what matters most to our team

*Certain conditions apply.

Protect Yourself From Recruitment Scams
At HomeToGo, we care deeply about the integrity of our hiring process and the safety of our candidates. Please note:

• All legitimate job opportunities are listed on our official Careers Page.
• Any communication from us will come from an @hometogo.com email address.

If you come across a suspicious job posting, receive an unsolicited offer, or are unsure about the legitimacy of a communication claiming to be from HomeToGo, please reach out to us for verification via recruiting@hometogo.com.