Senior Data Privacy and Risk Manager

Aviva; York; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Data Privacy and Risk Manager

Salary: National £80,000 / London £90,000

Are you someone with a passion for Data Privacy and Governance, who enjoys networking across the business? If so, join our dynamic, collaborative team in a truly progressive environment!

Data is becoming a key differentiator for Aviva. The value and volume of data available to streamline operations and improve pricing are growing exponentially. The shift towards AI and analytics presents numerous opportunities for Aviva. However, the risks associated with data, particularly concerning individuals' privacy, are under constant scrutiny by our Regulators and will continue to evolve in the coming years.

If protecting customers is as important to you as it is to us, and you thrive in a constantly evolving environment, we would love to hear from you!

A bit about the job:

This role involves providing 2nd line oversight and challenge to the Aviva Group Business, specifically focusing on data governance, data privacy, and emerging data risk exposures. You will identify opportunities to enhance data risk management across Aviva, both in day-to-day operations and during change and transformation activities. Additionally, you will oversee the data management frameworks (including data governance and privacy) and the associated data strategy.

Your support will be crucial in establishing a robust Data Risk Management landscape, ensuring Aviva meets its business objectives. You will lead with a strong risk perspective, aiding management in understanding, assessing, and managing their data risks and key controls. This will facilitate better business decisions and promote positive customer outcomes.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

1. Possesses extensive experience and knowledge of data governance and privacy processes, controls, and risks.
2. Familiarity with operational risk practices is beneficial, though not mandatory.
3. Capable of identifying emerging trends and potential risks to the business by connecting various pieces of information.
4. Demonstrates strong written and visual communication skills, with the ability to challenge ideas at all levels and stand out confidently.
5. Skilled in diving deep to identify risks and opportunities, including experience in challenging senior stakeholders.

What you’ll get for this role:

• Starting salary £80,000 for national-based roles or £90,000 for London-based (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
• Bonus opportunity 12% of annual salary - Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s
• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
• Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
• Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
• We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools

Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Once you’ve applied, please send us an email stating that you have a disclosed disability, and we’ll interview you.

We’d love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Leena Manga a call on 020 4592 2160 or send an email to [e-mail].