GLOBAL CLOUD DATA PROTECTION SPECIALIST

We are a team of passionate experts with a clear ambition: applying digital technology to advance what matters for our clients and society. Together we create reliable and responsive digital foundations for the world’s businesses, institutions, and communities.

This role is available remote (UK wide) or can be office based in one of the Atos operational locations which are, at present, Glasgow, Durham, Lytham and London. It will require a security background check. The position will also require travel to other Atos operational locations to engage with key stakeholders. Occasional trips to London may be required.

Your job in a nutshell: The Compliance and Data Protection team identifies regulatory risks to Atos and its clients and ensures procedures and controls are in place to mitigate them through regulatory oversight and monitoring plans.

What will you be doing:

• Identify and manage regulatory risks through MI analysis, breach reviews, and ongoing horizon scanning.
• Monitor compliance with data protection laws (DPA, FOIA), using risk-based assessments to evaluate controls and mitigate risks.
• Conduct assurance assessments, gap analyses, and contribute to the RCSA framework for Compliance and Data Protection.
• Act as a subject matter expert, providing advice and guidance to internal teams and clients on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Support operational and project teams by embedding compliance considerations into change activities and ongoing processes.
• Prepare and present reports, slide decks, and training materials to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain the Compliance Manual and related policies, ensuring they remain up to date and effective.
• Lead on compliance monitoring activities, including interpreting MI to support Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Compliance Indicators (KCIs).
• Provide SME support on data breaches, including impact assessment, remedial actions, and tracking issue resolution.
• Engage in continuous collaboration with client-side Compliance and Data Protection teams through regular governance meetings.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks including FCA rules, National Savings regulations, relevant HMRC/HMT/OAG policies, and experience working in regulated or shadow FCA environments.
• Expert understanding of UK and EU data protection legislation, including GDPR and the UK Data Protection Bill.
• Proven experience conducting data privacy compliance reviews and managing information and data security activities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead data assurance programmes, including oversight of third-party compliance.
• Experience responding to internal and external audits, with a solid grasp of compliance reporting and governance.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, detailed reports for various stakeholders.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders at all levels, including clients and governance forums.
• Creative and analytical thinker with a pragmatic, logical, and ethical approach to problem-solving.
• Strong client focus, capable of building and maintaining constructive working relationships with client-side regulatory teams.
• Self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver under pressure.

Rewards and benefits:

In addition to joining a phenomenal team, you can also expect a fantastic range of benefits. These include: 25 days annual paid leave; Wellbeing programs & work-life balance - integration and passion sharing events; Private medical and dental care; Pension contributions up to 10%; Flex benefits program; Courses and certifications opportunities; Conferences and Expert Communities; Charity and eco initiatives.

We are a care leaver friendly employer, if you require additional support with your application, please contact our recruiter or send an email to our dedicated email. As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from all applicants, especially differently abled applicants. We aim to ensure that those who meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. We are committed and willing to making reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process to accommodate your needs. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us via our dedicated mailbox.

At Atos, we embrace diversity as the ultimate engine of ingenuity for our clients, and we constantly strive to create a culture where people feel supported and encouraged. Whether it is fighting climate change, promoting digital inclusion, or ensuring trust in data management – tech for good sits at the core of our identity. With numerous global recognitions for our ESG practices, we are committed to building a better future for all by harnessing the power of technology.