Data Protection Officer

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Protection Officer to join the Risk and Compliance Team in our Bath or London office. The Risk and Compliance team is responsible for regular monitoring of the systems and controls in place and providing risk management and compliance support firmwide. The location of this role is based in our Bath office with an element of hybrid working available, however, office attendance on a regular weekly basis will be required for this role. The role will be a Fixed Term Contract for 6 months, however there might be scope to extend or potential to become a permanent role, subject to business needs.

As the data protection officer (DPO), you will act under the UK GDPR and facilitate the firm’s compliance with GDPR and other applicable data protection legislation by ensuring effective systems and controls are in place to comply with legal obligations. The DPO will act as the focal point for data protection activities and act as intermediary between relevant stakeholders within the firm.

Reasons to apply:

• To be part of an ambitious, collaborative and friendly national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and strive to create the best place to work.
• Excellent benefits for our people, with a focus on wellbeing and development at the forefront.
• Hybrid working - Stone King are proud to be signatories of the Mindful Business Charter as part of our commitment to mental health and wellbeing. We want to support all of our people in achieving a healthy work/life balance and would be happy to speak with prospective candidates about flexible working arrangements.

Key responsibilities

General duties include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor compliance with the UK GDPR and other applicable data protection legislation within the firm’s data protection policies, including assigning responsibilities within the firm, awareness raising and training staff.
• Undertake periodic data protection audits, including all relevant manual filing systems, computerised filing systems, any outsourced processes, archived systems and backup data, to assess the firm’s compliance with data protection requirements and ensure any deficiencies identified as a result of an audit are addressed.
• Manage and oversee all our data protection systems and processes.
• Manage and draft data protection impact assessments.
• Provide drafts on privacy notices, legitimate interest assessments and Data Protection policy and processes.
• Provide advice, where requested, as regards data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and monitor their performance.
• Investigate and manage incidents or alleged breaches of applicable data protection and privacy legislation and the firm’s policies and procedures.
• Analyse and keep up to date with any regulatory or other changes relating to data protection that may affect the firm.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar data protection role.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Previous experience within the legal sector is desirable.
• Ability to deal with confidential matters with discretion.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• IT literate.
• High attention to detail.

Reporting

The Data Protection Officer will report to the Head of the Regulatory team.

Our Firm

Here at SK, our collaborative culture and core values are intertwined with our ethos of doing the right thing by our clients, communities, and our people. Our passion for the sectors we work in and the purpose-driven work we do with our clients has resulted in SK being recognised as national leaders in our specialist fields across the country.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Individual differences are embraced at Stone King, and we strive to create an environment in which people feel supported and able to be themselves. We have a partner-led Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy Group, and a dedicated DE&I Adviser. We are committed to promoting an inclusive working environment that supports the growth and development of all our people, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

As part of our commitment to DE&I, we want our recruitment practices to be as inclusive as possible, which means we will make reasonable adjustments to help you perform to your best, so please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process. Our recruitment team are on hand to discuss any reasonable adjustments with candidates.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Profit Share Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Benefit Platform
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life assurance (4 x salary)
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (in addition to statutory UK holidays)
• Additional day allocated for CSR activities per annum.

Closing date: 20 September 2024

Adverts normally close at midday on the closing date, however vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received. Therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Stone King LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity by encouraging all our staff to achieve their full potential and guaranteeing that all employment decisions are taken without reference to irrelevant information or discriminatory practices.