Privacy Officer in Edinburgh

Join us as a Privacy Officer

• This is an opportunity for a driven individual to take on an exciting new career challenge
• We’ll rely on you to oversee all day-to-day data protection activities and represent the business in group programmes
• You can expect to enjoy a collaborative and supportive culture, with a big focus on personal and professional development

What you’ll do

As a Privacy Officer, you’ll manage data protection activities and look after reporting for the Executive Committee and Board Risk Committee. You’ll be responsible for risk and control, and we’ll look to you to advise the business through Privacy Impact Assessments as well as assess breaches for reporting to the Data Protection Commissioner.

Key aspects of your role will include:

• Being accountable for key deliverables as per the General Data Regulation Protection legislation
• Reviewing the record of processing and reporting breaches
• Assessing high risk data processing
• Reviewing technical and organisational measures

The skills you’ll need

We’re looking for someone with a data protection qualification such as International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) or Law Society Certificate. You’ll come with significant experience in relevant disciplines.

You’ll also need:

• Experience in operations and compliance
• Knowledge of data protection, information security, and project management
• Strong banking industry experience
• Excellent communication skills

Hours

35

Job Posting Closing Date:

15/05/2026

Ways of Working:Remote First