Privacy Manager Governance

Exciting Opportunity: Head of Privacy Governance and Culture at ICONIC BRAND

Location: London - HYBRID

Duration: 12 month fixed term contract

Are you passionate about data protection and privacy governance? Do you have the expertise to help shape and strengthen a world-class privacy compliance framework? Our client, a household name and leader in its field, is looking for a Head of Privacy Governance and Culture, to play a pivotal role to ensure they continue to meet their data protection obligations. We are looking for someone that can start asap for a 12 month fixed term contract.

About the Role:

As the Head of Privacy Governance and Culture, you’ll be a key member of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) team, responsible for managing and improving this iconic brand on their Privacy Compliance Framework. You’ll provide expert guidance and ensure they’re always in tune with the latest regulatory and industry standards. From maintaining critical policies and data protection processes to embedding a strong privacy culture across the company, this role has it all!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the governance and continuous improvement of the Privacy Compliance Framework, ensuring all processes, policies, and procedures are aligned with UK GDPR requirements.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership to understand the commercial and operational needs, tailoring privacy and data protection strategies accordingly.
• Maintain and update the data protection policies, ensuring they meet the ever-evolving regulatory landscape.
• Develop and maintain robust systems for tracking privacy risk, compliance reports, and KPIs, enabling proactive improvements.
• Support the creation of an engaging and impactful communication strategy to promote data protection policies and enhance stakeholder engagement.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and legal changes, making necessary adjustments to policies to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Foster a culture of compliance across the business, driving privacy best practices and supporting the wider DPO team’s goals.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth policy implementation and issue resolution.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications: Ideally, you’ll have a qualification in information systems, governance, records management, or data protection (e.g., BCS/ISEB/CIPP).

Experience: In a data protection-focused role with solid expertise in privacy legislation and compliance.

Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

Mindset: A self-motivated, solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Technical Comfort: You should be comfortable with technology, enabling you to effectively manage privacy governance tools and platforms like OneTrust.

Why Join this iconic brand?

• Shape the Future of Privacy: Work at the forefront of privacy governance, influencing data protection strategies across a major global organisation.
• Collaborative Culture: A team-oriented company that values every voice and fosters cross-functional collaboration.
• Career Growth: With continuous learning and exposure to cutting-edge privacy practices, you’ll have abundant opportunities for professional development.
• Impactful Work: Protecting customers' and employees' data is central to what our clients does. Your role will make a tangible difference to the company’s reputation and legal standing.

About this iconic brand: Our client is a leading company in their field. With a rich history and a dynamic future, they’re committed to delivering world-class service to their customers while staying at the cutting edge of privacy and data protection.