Deputy DPO
Contract Position
Reading (Hybrid working)
This is a great opportunity to work as Deputy DPO for a high profile, well-loved brand within Telecom sector in Reading (Hybrid working). We are seeking a highly experienced Deputy DPO who is eager to embark on a new challenge and channel their passion for data protection in a dynamic and innovative environment. This role play a pivotal role in shaping and ensuring the organisation's compliance with UK data protection laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide specialised, pragmatic, regulatory, and legal guidance to ensure the implementation of policies, processes, and controls aligned with UK data protection laws.
* Demonstrate a deep understanding and knowledge of UK data protection legislation and regulatory regimes, with a proven track record in the field (ISEB/CIPPE qualification is desirable).
* Offer compliance support for data protection, including conducting monitoring reviews and managing large customer data sets in a B2C environment, especially in the context of marketing activities.
* Apply Privacy by Design and Default principles, conduct Data Privacy Impact Assessments, and independently assess data breaches.
* Showcase strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering relationships internally and externally, and effectively managing key stakeholders.
* Collaborate with various stakeholders, including Compliance, Legal, InfoSec, and other business units, to identify and implement legal and regulatory requirements related to data protection laws.
* Review and provide guidance on the development of compliance-related policies, procedures, processes, and controls, facilitating alignment with applicable laws and regulations.
* Support with Data Sharing Agreements (DSA) and contractual requirements.
* Collaborate with the Risk & Compliance team to provide comprehensive support to the business.
* Facilitate the identification, investigation, management, and resolution of compliance-related issues.
* Prepare relevant compliance reports to meet both internal and external regulatory requirements.
* Engage with front-line operational business teams to inform and advise on data protection obligations.
* Monitor compliance with UK-GDPR and other data protection laws, conducting internal data protection activities and compliance reviews.
* Ensure proper registration under the law and maintain an active article 30 register of processing activities, driving audit and data management processes.
* Manage data privacy breaches, identify root causes, implement mitigations, and monitor to prevent recurrence.
* Work closely with the business to embed data protection compliance into transformation programs.
Key Requirements:
* Proven experience in the field of data protection, preferably with an ISEB/CIPPE qualification.
* Your subject matter experience and expertise will be crucial in your success, with a focus on compliance support and monitoring reviews.
* Previous experience in a B2C environment, particularly with large customer data sets and marketing.
* Strong understanding of UK data protection legislation and regulatory regimes.
* Demonstrable experience in Privacy by Design and Default, Data Privacy Impact Assessments, and managing data breaches.
If you are a passionate Data Protection professional and Privacy Lawyer seeking a new challenge and possess the skills and expertise outlined above. Apply now/Send your CV to (see below)
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