Junior Legal Counsel – Data Protection (m/f/d)

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG - April 19, 2026

Company Description

Welcome to SMG Swiss Marketplace Group! We are a pioneering network of online marketplaces and a leading digital company in Europe, dedicated to simplifying people's lives with innovative products. Our portfolio boasts leading marketplaces across real estate, automotive, general classifieds, and finance & insurance sectors. We are guided by our core values: Better Together, Aim High, and Act Responsibly.

Job Description

In this role, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders from all areas of SMG, including Marketing, Advertising, Data, Product, Engineering, HR, and IT, along with functional leads. As a member of the Data Protection Team, you will report directly to the Director of Legal & Compliance and work under the professional guidance of the Data Protection Officer (DPO).

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Advising internal stakeholders and the business on data protection-related matters.
  • Supporting data protection audits and monitoring compliance.
  • Ensuring data subject access requests are handled and responded to in a compliant manner.
  • Maintaining and updating records of data processing activities.
  • Assisting the DPO in implementing and monitoring internal data protection policies and guidelines.
  • Supporting the DPO in data breach responses.
  • Advising on new projects, tools, and initiatives from a data protection perspective (e.g., Data Protection Impact Assessment, Transfer Impact Assessment).
  • Drafting and conducting employee training and awareness measures.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating Data Processing Agreements, Standard Contractual Clauses, Controller agreements, and other data protection-related documents.

Qualifications

What will you bring to the table?

  • A university degree in Law; ideally complemented by additional training in data protection (e.g., CIPP/E or CAS).
  • First professional experience in data protection.
  • A strong interest in digital business and technical processes (e.g., internet, websites, online platforms), combined with an affinity for technology and the ability to collaborate closely with engineering teams; a willingness to quickly acquire new knowledge in a dynamic environment.
  • An open-minded and independent personality with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach to work.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with a diverse audience, from the board of directors to data subjects, and from managers to IT staff and developers.
  • Fluency in German and English (at least C1); good knowledge of French or Italian is an advantage.

Additional Information

What do we offer?

  • 6 weeks of holidays per year (plus the option to purchase 10 extra).
  • A 40-hour work week with flexible hours (capped at 45 hours).
  • A hybrid work setup with the flexibility to work remotely.
  • Generous parental leave: 18 weeks for maternity and 6 weeks for paternity/adoption.
  • SBB Half-Fare Card and first-class travel between SMG offices in Switzerland.
  • Gender-neutral pay and transparent career paths.
  • Choose your equipment: Mac or Windows laptop, and iPhone, Samsung, or Pixel mobile.
  • An inclusive and innovative environment where your voice matters.

Recruitment Process

We keep hiring simple and human:

  • Initial video call with one of our recruiters.
  • Video call with the hiring team (Director of Legal & Compliance and DPO).
  • On-site interview and team fit conversation.

Apply Now

To take advantage of this opportunity, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

About Us

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group is a pioneering network of online marketplaces and a cutting-edge digital company dedicated to simplifying people's lives with innovative products. Our offerings include platforms in Real Estate (ImmoScout24, Homegate, Flatfox, Immostreet.ch, alle-immobilien.ch, home.ch, Publimmo, Acheter-Louer.ch, CASASOFT, IAZI), Automotive (AutoScout24, MotoScout24), General Marketplaces (anibis.ch, tutti.ch, Ricardo), and Finance & Insurance (FinanceScout24, moneyland.ch).

Disclaimer

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group primarily engages with candidates directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies unless we have specifically requested their assistance for particular roles. Any submissions made without a prior request from our Talent Acquisition team will not be acknowledged or considered. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of recruitment agencies in respecting this policy.

Location : Zürich
Country : Switzerland

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