Assistant Data Protection Officer

Role Title: Assistant Data Protection Officer
Location: Brentwood (Hybrid, 1 day a week)

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Supporting the Company Secretary & Data Protection Officer in ensuring high levels of compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, as well as providing professional company secretarial support.

1. Assist with the completion and review of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
2. Manage Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), including maintaining DSAR logs and liaising with outsourced resources.
3. Support the ongoing Group data mapping project, including liaising with departmental staff and utilising data mapping software (training provided).
4. Produce data protection-related reports and information summaries.
5. Correspond with regulators as required.
6. Maintain accurate documentation of corporate governance activities and processes, including updating and maintaining statutory books for group companies.
7. Serve as a primary point of contact for advice on group company secretarial and data protection policies.
8. Provide company secretarial support to the Information Security and Data Oversight Committee, including preparation of agendas, meeting packs, taking minutes, and action follow-ups.

REQUIREMENTS, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Essential:

1. 3+ years’ experience in financial services/insurance.
2. Experience in data protection, compliance, or company administration, preferably within a regulated environment.

Desirable:

1. Experience providing reports, data, and information to executives.
2. Educated to degree level or equivalent.
3. Relevant professional qualification (e.g., IAPP), or willingness to study towards one.
4. Knowledge of the UK Data Protection Act, UK GDPR, UK Companies Act, and the UK Corporate Governance Code.