Senior Data Privacy Manager (Oversight and Data Processor)

Job Title: Senior Data Privacy Compliance Manager

Location: Edinburgh

Great opportunity to act as a Data Privacy SME within the Risk & Compliance team, providing consultancy on data privacy laws and regulations to a UK-based financial services group. Support the Data Protection Officer in fostering a culture of compliance and oversight.

Responsibilities

• Compliance Oversight: Ensure adherence to data privacy regulations, focusing on data processing responsibilities. Oversee and challenge data privacy practices across teams, including risk management, security, governance, and legal functions.
• Risk Management: Monitor and review data privacy controls, data mapping, and incident management. Conduct compliance reviews and handle data breach investigations.
• Regulatory Updates: Track changes in data privacy regulations and implement necessary updates. Advise on regulatory impacts and ensure internal processes align with new requirements.
• Training & Reporting: Develop training materials, produce management reports, and maintain compliance records. Provide oversight and support for Data Subject Requests and Privacy Impact Assessments.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and external parties such as clients and auditors. Offer consultancy and ensure effective communication on data privacy matters.

Performance metrics:

• Compliance with UK data privacy regulations.
• Effective stakeholder interaction and feedback.
• Successful integration of data privacy practices within the organisation.

Experience Required

• Proven experience in data protection or GDPR compliance, ideally in a financial services setting.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR, UK DPA, and FCA regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in IT, compliance, or financial operations is advantageous.
• Relevant professional qualifications and excellent communication skills.