Data Protection Analyst

London / Hybrid

Competitive Benefits

My client based in London is seeking a Data Protection Analyst to join their team for a permanent role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and Enforce Data Protection Rules: Develop and implement policies to ensure the organisation follows data protection laws.
• Monitor Compliance: Regularly check that data handling activities comply with UK GDPR and other data protection rules.
• Handle Data Breaches: Help respond to data breaches by investigating, fixing issues, and reporting them. Provide guidance on how to prevent future breaches.
• Train Employees: Run training sessions to teach staff about data protection and privacy best practices.
• Assess Risks: Help evaluate risks for new projects or systems to ensure privacy risks are identified and managed. Summarize risks for senior management review.
• Conduct Legitimate Interest Assessments: Perform tests to ensure the organization’s use of data is fair and lawful, and keep these assessments updated.
• Work with Regulators: Be the main contact for data protection authorities and manage reporting requirements.
• Manage Risks: Identify, assess, and reduce data protection risks across the organization.
• Audit and Report: Help conduct regular checks on data protection practices and create reports on compliance.
• Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with internal teams (like IT, Legal, HR, and Customer Relations) and external partners to ensure everyone follows data protection rules.
• Deputy Role: Act as a backup for the Group Data Protection Officer (DPO) when needed.

Specifically, you’ll ensure:

• Projects meet the expectations of senior management.
• Processes are followed correctly, and all relevant teams are consulted.
• Issues are fixed, and lessons are learned to prevent future problems.
• Risks are rated appropriately.
• The right level of risk assessment (full or simplified) is chosen for new projects.
• Risks are accurately evaluated and presented to senior management.

Skills / Experienced Required

• A degree in IT, Computer Science, Law, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications like GDPR, CIPP/E, or CIPM are a plus.
• Experience in data protection, especially in financial services.
• Knowledge of UK data protection laws (like GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and PECR) and ICO guidance.
• Experience creating and managing privacy programs and policies.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to lead cross-team projects.
• Excellent writing skills for clear and concise reports.
• A detail-oriented and analytical mindset.
• The ability to make practical decisions about risks and how to address them.
• Confidence in presenting to senior management.
• A good understanding of IT systems and how they relate to privacy.
• Strong IT skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team, even with limited guidance.