Why Greencore?
We're one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, employing over 13,600 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's major food retailers with everything from sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24, we generated revenues of £1.8bn.
Our mission is to make every day taste better.
This role is based at our Leeds Broadgate office, with hybrid working and flexibility built in. You'll be joining a dynamic Legal team at the heart of a business that's forward-thinking, fast-moving and trusted by millions of UK consumers every day.
What you'll be doing
As our Data Protection and Compliance Lead, you'll be the central point of expertise across the business for data protection and compliance. Working closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, you'll:
Manage and respond to data subject access requests and regulatory queries
Support and guide the business on data protection practices, including GDPR compliance
Lead investigations into suspected breaches and develop practical remediation plans
Design and deliver communications to build awareness of data and compliance responsibilities
Maintain and enhance policies covering data protection, retention and compliance
Oversee data risk in third-party relationships, ensuring contracts include the right protections
Collaborate with IT, HR, Legal and operational teams to classify, secure and manage data appropriately
Engage with external bodies like the ICO and legal counsel where needed
What we're looking for
Strong experience in a data protection focused role-ideally in-house
OR a qualified lawyer seeking a broader in-house opportunity
Excellent working knowledge of GDPR and related legislation
A pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset with the confidence to advise and challenge
Strong interpersonal and communication skills-you'll work with a wide range of teams
Ability to work autonomously, manage priorities and build trust across the business
A genuine interest in doing the right thing, with an eye for detail and a drive for progressWe're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity.
What you'll get in return
Competitive salary and job-related benefits
Holidays
Pension up to 8% matched
Life insurance up to 4x salary
Company share save scheme
Greencore Qualifications
Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platformThroughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore-and be a part of driving our future success