Job Description

Posted 3 weeks ago

Data Protection/Compliance officer

Location: Manchester

Role Overview: Are you an experienced Data Protection professional looking for a new challenge? We're seeking a talented individual to join our client's Compliance department as a Data Protection Lead. Based at their our head office in Manchester, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the company's complies with data protection and privacy laws.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain data protection, information security, and cyber security policies.
Manage the firm's information asset register and records of processing.
Act as the internal expert on data protection, providing support to compliance analysts and handling complex queries.
Handle data requests including subject access and erasure requests.
Collaborate with the IT department, particularly the cyber team, to assess the effectiveness of information and cyber security controls.
Assist the Head of Risk & Compliance with cyber liability insurance renewal.
Identify and mitigate emerging and current risks across departments.
Review commercial agreements from a data protection perspective.
Design and deliver training courses and guidance on data protection to all departments.
Provide research and technical advice on data protection and privacy law.
Our client isn't just about a job – it's about being part of a supportive community where your contributions are valued. In addition to a rewarding career, they offer

A minimum of 25 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service.
Flexible working arrangements with hybrid working options.
Opportunities for charitable work with two days allocated per year.
Engaging in sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events.
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
Annual promotions process open to all staff.

The Recruitment Co. is an equal opportunities employer and we're committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace