Data Protection Specialist
We are seeking a skilled Data Protection Specialist to support the effective management, monitoring and continual improvement of data protection and privacy practices. The successful candidate will help ensure that personal data is handled lawfully, fairly and transparently throughout its lifecycle, while providing practical guidance to colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation. This role will suit someone with strong knowledge of privacy principles, excellent attention to detail and the ability to communicate complex requirements clearly.
Key responsibilities will include maintaining records of processing activities, supporting data protection impact assessments and advising on the collection, use, sharing, retention and disposal of personal information. You will assist with the management of data subject rights requests, personal data breaches, privacy queries and third-party data processing arrangements. The role will also involve reviewing and updating policies, procedures, notices and guidance; contributing to privacy training and awareness activities; and monitoring compliance with applicable data protection legislation and internal standards. You may also support audits, risk assessments, assurance reporting and the implementation of corrective actions.
Applicants should have demonstrable experience in a data protection, privacy, compliance or information governance position, together with a sound understanding of relevant data protection legislation and regulatory expectations. Experience of working with records of processing, data protection impact assessments, breach management and supplier due diligence is desirable. Relevant professional qualifications or training in data protection, privacy, information governance or a related discipline would be advantageous. You will need strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, the confidence to work with stakeholders at different levels, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
Data Protection Specialist
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