Data Protection Officer (UK) - Human Resources & Legal

Job Description: Data Protection Officer (UK) - Human Resources & Legal

Parttime Role: 2 days (10 hrs) per week

Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Protection Officer (DPO) to join our UK Human Resources & Legal team. The DPO will play a key role in ensuring compliance with data protection laws and regulations, building a robust data protection function, and fostering strong relationships with internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Business Support and Guidance:
• Respond to queries from the business regarding data protection requirements, policies, and best practices.
• Provide expert advice to ensure compliance with UK GDPR, DPA 2018, and other relevant regulations.
2. Data Subject Requests Management:
• Oversee and manage data subject access requests (DSARs) and ensure timely and accurate responses in compliance with legal obligations.
• Handle requests related to erasure, rectification, and data portability.
3. Documentation and Compliance Obligations:
• Support the preparation and maintenance of mandatory documentation, including Records of Processing Activities (RPAs) and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting for compliance audits.
4. Building the UK Data Protection Function:
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to establish and strengthen the UK data protection framework.
• Develop policies, processes, and training programs to embed a culture of data protection across the organization.
5. Stakeholder Engagement:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the UK business units to promote awareness and understanding of data protection obligations.
• Act as a trusted advisor to teams on data protection matters and risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications and Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of UK data protection laws, including UK GDPR and DPA 2018.
• Proven experience in handling data subject requests and advising on compliance documentation like DPIAs and RPAs.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships across all levels of the organization.