Job Description

Posted 1 week ago

Data Protection Support Officer

Location: London Bridge – Hybrid

We are looking for a Data Protection Support Officer to join our team.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and process-driven Data Protection Administrator to join the Privacy Team to support with the business function of data protection compliance. Working within the Legal and Compliance Team, reporting into the Privacy Counsel you will support the Privacy Team in ensuring the business maintains compliance with data protection legislation in all jurisdictions Kaplan operates in. You’ll be passionate about data protection, efficient processes and working with diverse teams across the entire business.

Data Protection Support Officer – What you’ll bring to the role

Essential

*

An Undergraduate degree or 3 years or more experience in an equivalent role.

*

Excellent numeracy and English skills (minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in both Maths and English).

*

Experience of working in a Data Protection Officer/Privacy team

*

Experience of conducting DPIAs

*

Excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills.

*

The ability to manage a busy workload to tight deadlines.

*

Excellent organisation and attention to detail.

*

Ability to apply initiative and excellent problem-solving skills.

*

Excellent IT skills with a desire to embrace new technology and platforms.

*

A professional manner and an ability to handle sensitive information.

*

A desire to work in a highly collaborative environment.

*

A willingness to understand and adapt to new challenges.

*

Able to analyse information quickly and competently.

Data Protection Support Officer – Desirable

*

Experience of OneTrust or similar privacy management software

*

Experience of working in the education industry or with under 18-year-old data subjects

Data Protection Support Officer – What we do

Kaplan International, a division of Kaplan Inc., is a leading for-profit company in the field of international education, which offers Higher education programmes for students in the UK, USA, Australia, Singapore and Hong Kong, English language courses across locations in UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand and vocational training for financial services sector in Australia. We welcome students from more than 100 countries around the world. Kaplan Inc. is owned by Graham Holdings (NYSE: GHC) To find out more about us and our different business areas, please visit our website

Data Protection Support Officer – What we offer

As well as a competitive salary, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

*

28 days annual leave*

*

Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family

*

24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services

*

Company pension contributions

*

Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels

*

Medicash Health Cash Plan

*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time