Job Description
Join Us as a Data Protection Manager!
Location: Leeds – Hybrid
Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months)
About the Role
Are you ready to take the lead in shaping our data governance strategy? We’re on the lookout for a Data Protection Manager to join our dynamic team! In this newly created role, you will be at the forefront of our data protection programme, ensuring its smooth operation, governance, and continuous improvement.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and innovative individual who is eager to make a significant impact in a growing business.
Your Key Responsibilities
As our Data Protection Manager, you will:
* Own and maintain the NG Bailey Data Protection strategy, framework, and improvement plan.
* Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of data protection initiatives.
* Proactively monitor regulatory, legislative, and technological developments relevant to data protection.
* Produce insightful monthly and quarterly assurance reports for senior leadership.
* Coordinate and chair data protection-specific forums and compliance discussions.
* Champion privacy by design governance and provide expert guidance across the business.
* Create and manage internal policies, including retention schedules and employee privacy guidelines.
* Develop and deliver engaging training programmes and awareness materials.
* Oversee data breach management from investigation to resolution.
* Maintain incident logs for all risks and breaches, ensuring timely reporting.
* Act as the first point of contact for all data protection matters.
* Ensure compliance with subject access requests and other data privacy rights.
* Conduct assurance reviews to assess compliance with our data protection framework.
* Guide the identification of lawful bases for processing personal data in collaboration with the Group Legal team.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should have:
* A strong understanding of data protection law and proven experience in running a data protection programme.
* Experience in a large organization with complex processing activities, ideally in the private sector or construction.
* A recognized qualification in data protection, information governance, or information security.
* Skills in managing complex rights requests and conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
* The ability to interpret regulatory developments and communicate impacts clearly.
* High IT literacy, particularly with SharePoint, or a willingness to learn.
* Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritize under pressure.
* Strong project management skills and a structured approach to work.
* Proven experience in influencing and collaborating with colleagues and external stakeholders.
* A track record of supporting major change or improvement programmes.
Why Join Us?
At NG Bailey, we’re committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, fairness, and respect. We value your unique contributions and will ensure that your recruitment experience is smooth and accommodating.
As one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK, we take pride in our history and our commitment to developing great people through training and support. With a turnover of £500m and a team of 3000, we work across various sectors, tackling groundbreaking projects with innovative solutions.
When you join us, you’ll have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential.
Ready to make a difference? We can’t wait to meet you!