As a Data Privacy SME within the Risk & Compliance team, you'll provide support and consultancy to the company, ensuring compliance with data privacy and protection laws.

Responsibilities

• Culture & Compliance: Collaborate with the Data Protection Officer (DPO) to promote a data privacy culture and ensure the company's compliance, especially as a Data Controller.
• Regulatory Records: Assist the DPO in maintaining records, including ICO registration, data processing records, and privacy impact assessments.
• Regulatory Monitoring: Track and analyse regulatory changes from ICO, FCA, and the EU, advising the business on their impact.
• Relationship Management: Support stakeholders in managing data privacy risks, liaising with clients, auditors, and third parties as needed.
• Team Collaboration: Share insights for cross-team development, support team objectives, and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Personal Effectiveness: Manage workload, communicate effectively, stay calm under pressure, and adapt to change.
• Risk & Compliance Oversight:
  • Advise on data privacy controls, working with teams to ensure compliance in areas like security, privacy policies, and supplier management.
  • Oversee new business initiatives and data privacy assessments.
  • Provide oversight of HR's personal data mapping and records of data processing.
  • Oversee Legal and Procurement functions to ensure compliance with data protection agreements.

Performance Assessment

• Ensure compliance with UK data privacy regulations.
• Build awareness of data privacy within the company.
• Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.

Experience Required

• Experience in data protection oversight, consultancy, or GDPR roles, ideally in financial services.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR, UK DPA, and FCA regulations.
• Legal background and relevant qualifications are advantageous.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.