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Job Specification: Data Protection Compliance Manager
Role Title: Data Protection Compliance Manager
Work Level: 5
Reports to: Data Protection Officer
Line Manager of: N/A
Purpose
The Data Protection Compliance Manager is responsible for driving Co-op's Data Protection compliance activities in alignment with applicable regulations and standards. This role provides specialist advice and guidance to ensure Co-op maintains compliance with data protection regulations and manages the Compliance Programme to promote continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Co-op's Data Protection compliance monitoring programme through regular assessments, reporting, and escalation of non-compliance issues.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to enhance and maintain compliance with data protection requirements.
- Review and update Co-op's policies, standards, codes of practice, and guidance concerning Data Protection.
- Communicate key data protection updates and developments to stakeholders to ensure ongoing awareness.
- Ensure all data controllers within Co-op have the appropriate data protection notifications in place with the ICO to mitigate legal risks.
- Oversee investigations into executive, internal, and ICO complaints related to data protection non-compliance, ensuring timely and appropriate responses.
- Produce compliance reports, trend analyses, and tailored presentations regarding Co-op's data protection compliance status.
Key Behaviours
The role holder must demonstrate the 12 Co-op Leadership behaviours aligned with the organisation's four ways of being.
Authority & Decision-Making
- Plan and manage own workload to meet business objectives.
- Influence and build relationships to deliver high-quality service.
- Provide professional, pragmatic advice and share expertise to inform effective decision-making.
- Take ownership of personal development and contribute to the development of others to enhance individual and team performance.
- Identify and escalate potential data protection and privacy risks.
Required Skills & Experience
- Expert knowledge and experience in data protection and related legislation.
- Data Protection Qualification preferred (e.g., ISEB DP).
- Proven experience in implementing data protection compliance in a large, complex organisation with diverse business units.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legislation and risk management concepts into clear, actionable guidance.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with a pragmatic and risk-based approach to advice and guidance.
- Results-driven, proactive, and highly organised.
- Ability to interpret and present data effectively.
Work Level Descriptor
Manages the provision of tailored business support services, ensuring high quality, efficiency, and added value to the organisation.
This role is critical in maintaining Co-op's compliance with Data Protection regulations and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in data protection practices.
Note: This is a contract role, and employment is on behalf of Rullion.
We can make reasonable adjustments to our interview process according to your needs. And we offer a flexible working environment, so you can adjust your hours to suit your personal circumstances.
Since 1978, Rullion has been dedicated to finding exceptional candidates for a diverse range of clients, from well-known brands to start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion is committed to honesty and credibility and aims to build long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
At Rullion, we are a forward-thinking recruitment company providing talent consultancy services to a diverse client base, from small start-ups to large household names. We celebrate and support diversity and are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.Mwarren
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
