A well-established Professional Services firm, known for its strong reputation, is looking to appoint a Data Protection Executive to its specialist Information Governance and Data Protection team in Birmingham city centre.
The RoleYou will join a fast-paced team, working closely with the Head of Data Protection across both client-facing and internal governance work. The role demands accuracy, attention to detail, and confidence handling technical material.Key Responsibilities:
1. Taking ownership of Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) from initial review through to completion, including handling high volumes of data and performing precise redactions.
2. Reviewing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), identifying key concerns, and providing clear, structured feedback for clients.
3. Examining Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) to identify omissions, inconsistencies, and potential risks, and escalating findings where necessary.
4. Assisting with a range of information governance and compliance activities, including advisory work and internal processes.
Requirements
5. Solid working knowledge of GDPR and UK data protection law, with practical application (no legal qualification required).
6. Understanding of key data protection risks and compliance principles.
7. Experience handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
8. Excellent attention to detail, particularly in document review and redaction.
9. Strong communication skills, able to explain technical matters clearly.
10. Well-organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately.
If you have any queries about the role, contact Alice on 0121 633 4443. If you are already registered with Katie Bard, please contact your consultant directly. Katie Bard is an Equal Opportunities Employer.Katie Bard will manage your application in accordance with GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, and in line with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. Please refer to the privacy notice on our website for further details on how we manage your data. If your application is successful, we will contact you and handle your personal information in line with GDPR guidelines. If unsuccessful, your application and associated data will be deleted within six weeks.