Data Protection Officer

• Work directly with senior leadership
• Manage and mentor a specialist privacy team

About Our Client

A well-established retail organisation with a strong presence in the industry. This medium-sized company operates with a focus on delivering value and maintaining trust by adhering to the highest standards in risk and compliance.

Job Description

• Develop and implement data protection policies, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Act as the primary point of contact for data protection queries and issues.
• Oversee data breach investigations and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on data protection best practices.
• Conduct regular audits to identify and mitigate data protection risks.
• Maintain records of processing activities and liaise with regulatory bodies as required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data privacy is embedded in business processes.
• Monitor changes in data protection legislation and update policies accordingly.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Data Protection Officer should have:

• Strong knowledge of data protection laws, including GDPR.
• Experience in developing and managing compliance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• A relevant qualification in data protection or privacy law is desirable.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £70,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in the retail industry with a focus on compliance and data protection.
• Collaborative and professional work environment in Wakefield.

This is a permanent position offering a rewarding career for those passionate about data protection. Apply now to join a reputable organisation in the retail sector.

Contact

Stacey Ngunga

Quote job ref

JN-072026-7057147

Phone number

+442072692172

Job summary

• Job function
• Legal

• Subsector
• Data protection

• Sector
• Retail

• Location
• Wakefield

• Contract type
• Permanent

• Consultant name
• Stacey Ngunga

• Consultant phone
• +442072692172

• Job reference
• JN-072026-7057147