Data Protection Manager - Full-time Leatherhead - Hybrid (2 days a week onsite) Primary Function The Data Protection Manager will act as PFEWs expert in Data Protection and will be responsible for monitoring internal compliance, and Data Protection impact and assessments. The Data Protection Manager will lead and evaluate risk relating to privacy and data protection across the organisation and work collaboratively with senior stakeholders to promote compliance. This role will be responsible for ensuring that PFEW is compliant in UK GDPR and data protection laws, policies, awareness raising, training and audits. The DPM will report into the General Counsel who will be the main point of contact for ICO. This person will work closely with HQ departments, Branches, independent advisors and external parties. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain PFEW compliance policies and procedures for GDPR and compliance metrics and standards Develop and maintain data protection and privacy policies, and security around personal data according to Article 32 Advise on Data Protection Impact Assessment process, monitoring its performance pursuant to Article 35 Act as a contact point for data subjects and the supervisory authority on issues relating to processing Implementation of data protection audits to evidence compliance and accountability Lead on awareness raising, training and audits Oversee the maintenance of records required to demonstrate GDPR compliance Support the General Counsel in relation to data incident response and data breaches Lead PFEW response to any regulatory investigation or request for information Provide advice in relation to complaints and appeals by data subjects, including areas where the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act both have a bearing Line management and development of Data Protection Coordinator Key Skills & Experience Experience of influencing, leading and educating peers on topics relating to data protection Expert in data protection laws and strong working knowledge of policies, awareness raising, training and audits Able to collaborate with stakeholders and work independently with the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality Have a pragmatic approach and ability to balance risk with operational benefits Good working knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 Excellent communication skills, both written and verbally Data Protection qualification would be advantageous What PFEW will offer you We offer multiple benefits to our HQ employees including: flexible working, hybrid working, competitive salary, private healthcare, life assurance, enhanced pension contribution, enhanced leave, employee assistance program, onsite free lunches and refreshments, free onsite gym, free onsite parking, 26 days holiday (increasing with length of service), mental health clinics, support for continuous professional development, employee discounts and more….