Privacy Analyst

Privacy Analyst

Sunderland Full-Time No home office possible
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The Go-Ahead Group

Are you passionate about privacy, data protection, and making a real impact across a diverse organisation? We’re looking for a meticulous and proactive Privacy Analyst to join our team and help drive compliance, transparency, and trust across the Group.

About the Role

As Privacy Analyst, you’ll be at the forefront of our data protection efforts—managing the public-facing data protection account, responding to data subject requests, and supporting our operating companies with Subject Access Requests (SARs), Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), and incident responses. You’ll also work closely with the Data Protection Officer on strategic initiatives, data inventories, and awareness campaigns to strengthen our compliance posture.

Key Responsibilities

  • Respond to all enquiries, requests, and complaints from data subjects
  • Support SARs, DPIAs, and data breach incident management across the Group
  • Assist with data protection audits of business areas and processes
  • Collaborate with IT, Procurement, and process owners to map personal data processing activities
  • Maintain detailed records of all data protection requests and processing activity
  • Use Microsoft Purview to classify and manage data across the Group tenancy
  • Work with Group InfoSec to implement data loss prevention policies
  • Contribute to strategic compliance initiatives led by the Data Protection Officer

Key Objectives

  • Deliver comprehensive data mapping and inventories
  • Ensure efficient and compliant SAR processing
  • Promote data minimisation across operating companies
  • Raise awareness of data protection risks and responsibilities

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Self-motivated and committed to continuous improvement
  • Analytical, with strong problem-solving skills
  • Detail-oriented and highly organised
  • A clear and confident communicator
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 and comfortable working with data

Qualifications & Experience:

  • A data protection qualification (or willingness to obtain one)
  • Some experience in a data protection or compliance role is preferred

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values integrity, innovation, and accountability. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in privacy and compliance while making a tangible difference across the Group.

Please note that this is an onsite role with a minimum of 4 days per week in the office

The Go-Ahead Group

Contact Detail:

The Go-Ahead Group Recruiting Team

Privacy Analyst
The Go-Ahead Group
Location: Sunderland
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