At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead data protection initiatives and ensure compliance with UK regulations and AI governance.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company committed to privacy and responsible innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement and career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on data protection and shape best practices in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in data protection, strong knowledge of UK GDPR, and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
We're looking for a Data Protection Manager on a fixed term basis, to join our Compliance team and play a key role in ensuring compliance with UK Data Protection regulations and emerging AI governance requirements. Reporting to the Senior Compliance Officer and working closely with stakeholders across the business, you'll help drive a culture of privacy, compliance, and responsible innovation. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys partnering with the business, influencing decision-making, and helping shape best practice in both data protection and AI governance.
What You'll Be Doing
- Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance on data protection and AI governance matters across the business
- Support and advise teams on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), Privacy Impact Assessments and vendor risk assessments
- Assist with the investigation and management of data incidents and breaches
- Take ownership of Data Subject Rights Requests (DSRs), ensuring regulatory deadlines are met
- Maintain Records of Processing Activities (ROPAs), including new and AI-related processing activities
- Develop, review and enhance data protection and AI governance policies, procedures and guidance
- Review Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and assess privacy and AI-related risks during procurement activities
- Design and deliver engaging training and awareness programmes across the organisation
- Manage and enhance the privacy programme management platform, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
About You
- You will have a minimum of two years' hands-on operational experience in data protection
- A strong working knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and PECR
- Experience supporting DPIAs, risk assessments and privacy governance programmes
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- The ability to interpret legislation and apply practical solutions within a commercial environment
- A professional data protection qualification such as CIPP/E, CIPM, BCS Data Protection Certificate or PDP Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection is highly desirable
Data Protection Manager (FTC) in Reading employer: Landmark Information Group - Internal
Join our dynamic Compliance team as a Data Protection Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of privacy and compliance within a supportive and innovative work environment. We offer excellent employee growth opportunities, including professional development in data protection and AI governance, alongside a collaborative culture that values your input and expertise. Located in a vibrant area, our company provides a unique chance to influence best practices while enjoying a fulfilling career in a forward-thinking organisation.
Contact Details:
Landmark Information Group - Internal Recruitment Team
