Data Protection Officer (DPO) Service

Yes, according to the Guidelines on Data Protection Officers promulgated by the former Article 29 Working Party, the DPO role can be fulfilled by a team of individuals. The Working Party held that “individual skills and strengths can be combined so that several individuals, working in a team, may more efficiently serve” as the DPO. This flexible approach is increasingly acknowledged across jurisdictions where similar models have gained regulatory and operational acceptance.

Yes, absolutely. 

VeraSafe can conduct applicability assessments to determine whether your organization needs a DPO, based on its specific operations and risk profile, as requirements vary by jurisdiction. For example, under the GDPR, organizations must appoint a DPO if they are public authorities or if they process large-scale special categories of data or engage in systematic monitoring of data subjects. Even where it is not strictly required, assigning a DPO adds business value through guidance, oversight, and regulatory liaison.

Our DPO team can typically be fully onboarded within 1–2 weeks. VeraSafe’s streamlined onboarding process minimizes disruption and ensures rapid integration, enabling the team to quickly familiarize themselves with your privacy framework, compliance policies, and operational requirements.

Yes, while VeraSafe frequently serves as DPO under the GDPR for organizations operating in the EU, we also support clients in fulfilling DPO or equivalent roles in other jurisdictions. Our team is experienced with global privacy laws, including the UK GDPR, Brazil’s LGPD, Singapore’s PDPA, Canada’s PIPEDA, and others. Book a free consultation to discuss how we can support your organization’s specific needs across different jurisdictions.

Yes, VeraSafe can serve as DPO for companies subject to the UK GDPR. Our services are designed to address the UK’s specific regulatory requirements, and we maintain strong familiarity with ICO expectations and guidance. We can also act as DPR for organizations that are not established in the UK but fall within the ambit of the UK GDPR.