Data Protection Officer (DPO) Service
Outsourced DPO support tailored to your organization.
Our DPO services are designed to support organizations of all sizes, from single-jurisdiction operations to those operating across multiple regulatory environments.
Trusted by leading organizations worldwide:
DPO as a Service
VeraSafe’s team of U.S. and EU-based privacy attorneys and IT security professionals provide your organization with immediate access to deep regulatory knowledge and hands-on compliance support. Our team is available to help with the following activities, among others:
Regulatory Compliance
Monitor and advise on compliance with GDPR and other applicable data protection laws.
Regulator Engagement
Act as the primary point of contact with supervisory authorities and regulators.
Third-Party & Vendor Privacy
Support privacy risk considerations related to vendors and third-party processing.
Data Subject Requests
Support and oversee responses to data subject inquiries and rights requests.
Risk & DPIA Support
Advise on DPIAs and privacy risk assessments for new or changing processing activities.
Privacy by Design
Provide guidance on embedding privacy into products, services, and internal processes.
Incident & Breach Support
Guide breach response efforts and notification obligations when incidents occur.
Governance & Documentation
Support the development and maintenance of privacy policies, records of processing, and related documentation.
Training & Awareness
Deliver tailored privacy training and ongoing awareness for key stakeholders.
Schedule a Free Consultation
We would love to learn more about your compliance needs. In this session, a member of our team will tell you more about our program, give you an opportunity to ask questions, and gather any information needed to provide you with a proposal.
Tailored DPO Program
Your VeraSafe DPO team will bring an impartial perspective to your privacy compliance program and is available to help with the following activities, among others:
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General compliance oversight
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Interfacing with data protection authorities on behalf of your organization
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Developing and implementing data protection policies and procedures
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Assisting with data breach response and incident management
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Performing data protection impact assessments
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Advising on data protection matters
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Overseeing data subject requests
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Conducting staff training workshops
Outsourced DPO Services Across Regions
VeraSafe offers multi-jurisdictional DPO and privacy advisory services, helping organizations navigate complex regulations across multiple regions. Find out how we can support your compliance needs.
AMERICAS
We serve as privacy officers and advisors—fulfilling DPO functions where required—for organizations across the Americas, providing guidance on compliance programs, cross-border data transfers, and regulatory engagement. Your VeraSafe DPO team ensures your privacy framework is practical, risk-based, and aligned with best practices, supporting requirements under U.S. privacy laws, Canada’s PIPEDA, Brazil’s LGPD and other regional privacy laws where relevant.
EUROPE
We serve as DPO for organizations across Europe and the UK, providing hands-on guidance on compliance, strategy, and regulatory liaison. Your VeraSafe DPO team ensures your privacy program is robust, actionable, and audit-ready, supporting regulatory requirements such as EU GDPR and UK GDPR. Where needed, we also advise on related privacy and digital governance laws, such as the ePrivacy Directive, Law Enforcement Directive, Digital Services Act, AI Act, and Data Act in the EU and the UK’s Online Safety Act and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations.
APAC
We serve as DPO and privacy advisor for organizations across Asia and the Pacific, helping implement actionable compliance programs, conduct risk assessments, and strengthen privacy governance. Your VeraSafe DPO team can help ensure that your privacy strategy balances innovation and compliance, including guidance under Singapore’s PDPA, as well as other laws where your organization operates.
MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
We provide DPO and privacy advisory services across the Middle East and Africa, helping organizations implement privacy programs, manage regulatory engagement, and adopt globally aligned best practices. Your VeraSafe DPO team ensures your privacy framework is robust, operational, and scalable, supporting local regulations as well as other regional privacy frameworks where applicable.
Benefits of Outsourcing Your DPO with VeraSafe
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Cost-Effective Solution
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Global and Local Legal Knowledge
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Scalable Support
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Regulatory Liaison
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Strategic Business Value
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Practical Staff Training
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Overseeing data subject requests
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Conducting staff training workshops
Top Project Management Methodology
Our proprietary project management methodology ensures that we are able to meet tight deadlines and accommodate aggressive timelines. Your VeraSafe project team will include a qualified project manager who is responsible for managing the overall pace, organization, and efficiency of your compliance project. The project manager has the ability to draw on the resources and expertise of the entire VeraSafe team, when needed, to accelerate the completion of deliverables.
Benefits of Outsourcing Your DPO with VeraSafe
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Cost-Effective Solution
Access a fully managed DPO service without the expense of hiring a full-time, in-house officer, while still benefiting from comprehensive oversight and support. -
Global and Local Legal Knowledge
Our DPOs are trained attorneys with experience across GDPR, regional and local laws, and emerging global frameworks, giving you confidence that your organization is supported no matter where it operates. -
Proactive Regulatory Readiness
We actively monitor regulatory changes, helping your organization stay informed and prepared to respond to emerging privacy requirements with agility and confidence. We turn regulatory shifts into opportunities to strengthen processes and gain operational advantages. -
Scalable Support
Services can be tailored from part-time guidance to fully managed engagements, adjusting as your organization grows or operates in multiple jurisdictions. -
Regulatory Liaison
We act as your designated contact with regulators, supervisory authorities, and data subjects, managing communications, notifications, and updates professionally and effectively on your behalf. -
Data Breach Preparedness
Immediate support for breach response, including advice, mitigation strategies, and notifications to data subjects and regulators. -
Strategic Business Value
Privacy oversight can enhance operational efficiency, governance, and stakeholder trust, turning compliance into a competitive advantage. -
Practical Staff Training
Tailored workshops raise awareness, equip internal teams with practical knowledge, and embed privacy by design in everyday operations.
Experienced Team
Our more than 60 team members include American and European attorneys, compliance professionals, and IT security experts with in-depth knowledge across the full spectrum of privacy and data protection obligations and have been fulfilling the role of the DPO for organizations since 2015. Our ranks include former regulators and Vault Law 100 attorneys, Certified Information Privacy Professionals (CIPP), Certified Information Systems Auditors (CISA), and alumni of Big 4 professional service firms.
Jim Cormier
Sr. VP and Head of Professional Services
CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP
Zia Maharaj
Partner
CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, GCP for Clinical Trials (ICH Focus)
Kellie du Preez
Partner
CIPP/E
Isabel Fernández Del Campo Aguiló
Senior Privacy Counsel
CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the DPO be a team, as proposed by VeraSafe?
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.
Can we publish VeraSafe’s U.S. and EU contact information and indicate that VeraSafe serves as our DPO?
Yes, absolutely.
Does my organization need to appoint a DPO?
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.
How quickly can a DPO be onboarded and start providing support?
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.
What is the difference between a Data Protection Officer (DPO) and a Data Protection Representative (DPR), and do I need both?
A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is a role appointed to independently monitor an organization’s compliance with data protection laws, advise on its obligations, and serve as a contact point for supervisory authorities and data subjects. DPO requirements exist in multiple jurisdictions, and the specific criteria and responsibilities vary depending on the applicable privacy law.
A Data Protection Representative (DPR) is typically required for organizations without a local establishment in a jurisdiction but that nonetheless falls within the scope of that jurisdiction’s data protection law. For example, under the EU GDPR, non-EU organizations offering goods or services to individuals in the EU or monitoring their behavior must appoint an EU-based DPR. The DPR serves as the local point of contact for data subjects and supervisory authorities in that jurisdiction.
You may need one or both roles depending on your circumstances. VeraSafe can help you determine which are applicable to your business.
Can VeraSafe serve as DPO outside of the EU?
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.
Do you act as DPO for UK-based entities?
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.
What about countries that do not require a formal DPO—can you still help?
Yes. Even in jurisdictions where a DPO is not legally required, we provide privacy leadership and compliance support to help your organization meet regulatory obligations and implement best practices. Contact us to learn how we can support your data protection program globally.