Data Protection Specialist

Join an organisation- on a wide transformation journey—modernising systems, ways of working, and services to better support people and customers. As part of this change, data protection and is critical to ensuring trust, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the integration of data protection across transformation initiatives
• Conduct and advise on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new systems, processes, and services
• Provide expert guidance on GDPR and data protection compliance during organisational change
• Work collaboratively with programme, digital, IT, and business teams to identify and mitigate privacy risks
• Contribute to the development and improvement of data protection policies, standards, and guidance
• Support data mapping, records of processing activities (RoPA), and risk assessments
• Assist with data subject rights processes and incident management where required
• Help build organisational awareness of data protection through advice, guidance, and training

Essential:

• Proven experience in a data protection, privacy, or information governance role
• Strong working knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection legislation
• Experience supporting change, transformation, or large programmes/projects
• Ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice to non-specialist audiences
• Strong organisational and communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience working on digital, technology, or systems transformation projects
• Knowledge of DPIAs, data mapping, and privacy risk management frameworks
• Relevant qualification (e.g. IAPP, BCS, or equivalent)
• Experience in a complex or regulated organisation