Data Protection Senior Analyst/Manager (Financial Services) Excellent SalaryNewcastlePermanent (Hybrid, 2/3 days in the office)Posted Tue 28 Jan 2025CVs ASAPStart date Feb – Apr 25 Meraki Talent’s rapidly growing financial services organisation is actively looking to hire a Data Protection Senior Analyst/Manager to join their growing team. Our client is about to embark on an exciting period of transformation, bringing more and more capabilities in house, including their risk, compliance, governance and data security. Although a financial services house, our client actively welcomes candidates applying from a public/third sector background, and a variety of other sectors. They additionally are happy to consider a Data Protection Analyst who is looking for a ‘step up’ and promotion, or alternatively an experienced Data Protection Manager who wants more of a voice, more project work, and be part of a growing firm. The Data Protection Senior Analyst/Manager will oversee the data protection operations of the organisation and naturally have a focus on DSARs, so a robust knowledge of data protection laws and best practices is required. Responsibilities of the Data Protection Senior Analyst/Manager: - Manage the lifecycle of Rights Requests- Develop and implement procedures whilst educating colleagues on protection procedures to ensure compliance with GDPR- Support the business with data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and audits- Support the business to deliver training to educate colleagues on data protection- Support the response to data breaches and other related incidents Background of the Data Protection Senior Analyst/Manager: - Direct hands on experience of data protection is essential, DSAR handling experience also essential- Robust knowledge of GDPR and other related legislations- Governance focused mindset- Happy to work in Newcastle office 2/3 days per week, each week Please note we receive applications from candidates all over the UK. If applying from out with a commuting distance, can you please state upon your application that you can commit to 2/3 days each week in the Newcastle office and/or are happy to relocate. Is this job for you? At Meraki, we love recruitment and love words. Is this you? Gordon wants: DSAR, Data Protection, GDPR, Audit, Governance, Compliance Please see our website page headed (eg) ‘Privacy Notice’ for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you’