Yoana Stoyanova
@yoanastoyanova
Legal compliance specialist with expertise in data governance and risk management.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Legal Compliance Specialist currently based in The Hague, Netherlands, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and legal risk management. My role at DeHeng Civil Code N.V. involves conducting due diligence, transaction monitoring, and advising on legal risk exposure in cross-border settings. I have a proven track record of maintaining databases with sensitive legal documents and drafting enhanced due diligence reports for high-risk clients.
My academic background includes a Master's Degree in Law and Technology, where I specialize in automated decision-making and the influence of technology on privacy laws. I have also gained valuable experience as a student researcher at the European Parliament, where I explored the intersection of data governance and technological innovation within the EU. My commitment to legal excellence is further demonstrated through my internships, where I have honed my skills in legal analysis, compliance, and client consultations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Compliance Specialist
DeHeng Civil Code N.V.
Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Currently serving as a Legal Compliance Specialist, conducting due diligence, transaction monitoring, and advising on legal risk exposure in cross-border settings. Responsible for maintaining a database of legal documents, auditing KYC documentation, and drafting enhanced due diligence reports for high-risk clients.
Student Researcher
European Parliament
Dec 2023 - Mar 2024 (3 months)
Conducted in-depth research on data governance, privacy laws, and technological innovation within the EU. Focused on cybersecurity risk assessment and compliance with GDPR and NIS2 regulations.
Compliance Intern
DeHeng Civil Code N.V.
Jul 2023 - Dec 2023 (5 months)
Assisted in legal analysis on cyber incident obligations under GDPR and NIS Directive. Drafted internal guidelines for secure data processing and managed client inquiries and document audits.
Legal Intern
Shterev Law Firm
Jul 2021 - Jan 2022 (6 months)
Supported the legal team in preparing employment and civil agreements, conducted legal research, and assisted in client consultations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Utrecht University
Master's Degree, Law and Technology
2024 -
Pursuing a Master's Degree in Law and Technology with a specialization in Automated Decision Making and the influence of technology. Focused on data governance, privacy laws, and technological innovation within the EU.
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor's Degree, International and European Law
2020 - 2024
Completed a Bachelor's Degree in International and European Law with a specialization in Privacy and Data Protection, Compliance and AML Regulation, and Corporate and Contract Law.
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