About the IAPP

Jutta Oberlin is a privacy lawyer and Program Manager specializing in International Data Transfers & Privacy Regulatory Engagement for Google's global cloud data protection team, a role she has held since 2020. With a background in law and extensive experience in the data protection landscape, Jutta is instrumental in spearheading data protection projects of global significance. Her responsibilities include providing expert guidance to both public and private Google Cloud customers on data protection matters, including contractual obligations and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA).

Prior to her tenure at Google, Jutta served in pivotal roles, including as part of the data protection officer's team for the canton of Schaffhausen and in consulting within the prestigious BIG4 environment.

Combining her legal acumen with a fervent interest in technology, Jutta serves as a vital bridge between legal principles and technological advancements in her daily work. Her dedication to advancing the field is evident through her prolific contributions to scholarly journals, with a focus on Swiss, German, and international data protection issues. Jutta is a sought-after speaker and organizer of conferences, notably championing digital children's rights.

Jutta's leadership extends beyond her professional endeavors. Since 2020, she has held the role of IAPP Young Privacy Professional Lead in Switzerland, subsequently becoming the IAPP Chair for Switzerland in 2021 and since 2024 a newly elected Publication Advisory Board member for the IAPP. Additionally, she serves as the OneTrust Privacy Connect Chair for the Basel region since December 2020 and was elected auditor of the Association of Swiss IT Lawyers in 2022.

Recognized for her expertise, Jutta has also taken on advisory roles in academia, currently serving as a course advisor for CAS data protection at the University of Zurich since November 2022. Her commitment to advancing legal scholarship is further demonstrated by her recent appointment as co-editor of the online Journal IusNet published by Schulthess, starting from April 2024.

Outside of her professional commitments, Jutta is deeply involved in advocating for children's rights in the digital sphere. She dedicates her free time to organizing conferences and engaging with various stakeholders, including authorities, clubs, and schools, to raise awareness and drive positive change in this critical area.