Heriot Brown In-House Legal Recruitment

Data Protection Officer

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Job Description

We have partnered with a Multinational Facilities Management business who are looking for a Data Protection Officer and Compliance Manager to join their team. This role can be based in either London or Leeds. This role offers a competitive base salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits. Responsibilities: Oversee the organisation’s compliance with data protection requirements, offering advice and support to ensure appropriate compliance and accountability, and escalating issues to senior stakeholders when necessary. Provide expert advice, guidance, and training at all levels of the organization and across departments to strengthen data protection compliance. Manage Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), objections, and erasure requests, liaising with individuals and relevant third parties as needed. Coordinate the maintenance of the Register of Processing Activities (ROPA). Review and assist in completing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) in accordance with UK GDPR and data protection laws, monitoring their effectiveness. Evaluate and provide recommendations on data sharing agreements and provisions relating to data processors and controllers in contracts. Monitor and report on data protection compliance across the organization. Serve as the primary contact for data breaches, conducting investigations, and coordinating with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) when necessary. Experience and Qualifications: Detailed professional knowledge of the Data Protection Act 2018 including the Law Enforcement Directive, the UK-GDPR, and other relevant privacy legislation. Experience of working in information management, dealing with personal data requests, and handling information in accordance with data protection legislation Experience of managing and assessing compliance risk Proven ability to act independently in accordance with legislation, policy, procedures and delegated authorities Experience of presenting reports and recommending improvements in processes and data recording to comply with national and local requirements to reduce business risk Commitment to completion of a professional qualification such as Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection Experience of delivering training and an ability to promote a data protection and risk management culture For more information please apply.