Data Protection Analyst

Help Shape and Strengthen Data Privacy Across Our Business

We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Data Protection Analyst to join our team and play a key role in supporting our data privacy and compliance activities.

Working closely with the Group Data Protection Officer (DPO), you'll help ensure the business meets its data protection obligations while providing practical support and guidance across a wide range of privacy-related matters. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in data protection, compliance, governance, or risk who is looking to develop their expertise in a growing and evolving area.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Data Protection Analyst, you'll be involved in the day-to-day delivery of our data protection framework, helping to safeguard personal data and promote a strong culture of privacy across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and coordinating Data Subject Rights Requests (DSARs), including requests for access, erasure, rectification and other privacy rights.
• Maintaining accurate records, logs and documentation relating to data protection activities.
• Supporting the management of the Data Protection and DPO mailboxes, ensuring enquiries are handled efficiently and professionally.
• Updating and maintaining Records of Processing Activities (ROPA).
• Monitoring and recording data protection incidents, breaches and near misses.
• Assisting with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and privacy risk assessments.
• Producing management information and reporting to support compliance monitoring and decision-making.
• Developing and maintaining guidance, procedures and training materials.
• Drafting communications and awareness content on data protection and privacy matters.
• Researching regulatory developments and emerging trends in data protection legislation and best practice.
• Acting as a data privacy advocate and supporting the wider business in understanding its responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in hearing from candidates who have:

• Previous experience in a hands-on Data Protection, Privacy, Compliance, Governance or Risk role.
• A strong interest in data protection legislation and privacy best practices.
• Understanding of GDPR and broader data protection requirements, ideally across multiple jurisdictions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics in a clear and practical way.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly when handling sensitive information and undertaking process-driven activities.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and a passion for promoting good data governance.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to build your expertise within a supportive environment while contributing to an important area of business risk and governance. You'll gain exposure to a broad range of privacy and compliance activities, work closely with key stakeholders, and help drive a culture where data protection is everyone's responsibility.

Interested? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.