Dr. Mathias Schneider

Dr. Mathias Schneider is an experienced legal professional specializing in data protection and IT law. Currently serving as the Head of Data Protection & IT Projects, Data Protection Officer, and Group Data Protection Manager at METRO AG since October 2018, Dr. Schneider oversees the implementation of data protection management systems, defines compliance processes, and consults on significant IT projects. As a lecturer at DeutscheAnwaltAkademie, Dr. Schneider educates specialist lawyers in IT law. Previously, as a Specialist Lawyer for IT Law at Hoffmann Liebs Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten mbB, Dr. Schneider focused on GDPR implementation, litigation in software disputes, and consulting for various online providers. Additionally, Dr. Schneider has a robust academic background, including a doctorate in law from the University of Düsseldorf and a certificate in Legal & Business Management from Bucerius Law School.