VNI Finance is delighted to be supporting our key client in the city centre of Glasgow with the recruitment of a Data Protection Manager.
The role will work across a number of senior stakeholders and play a pivotal role in the rollout of ISO27001:2022.
Our client has a renowned and supportive culture and provides a fantastic career platform for individuals.
Role overview:
* Work across multiple departments to ensure data protection is embedded, promoting best practice.
* Coordinating department functional leads (DFL’s) to ensure compliance across all departments.
* To maintain and update Data Protection policies, procedures and standards as appropriate for the business
* To deliver annual GDPR Roadmap requirements.
* To keep up to date with new legislation or other regulatory changes and make recommendations as necessary to ensure that risks are mitigated as well as ongoing compliance.
* Design and deliver classroom-based data protection training for colleagues.
* Manage requests from data subjects (access, rectification, erasure).
* Manage DPIAs, assess risks and implement mitigation strategies in conjunction with DFL’s.
* Act as first point of contact for the assessment, resolution and reporting of any data breaches escalating as appropriate.
* Investigate data breaches in line with response plans.
* Maintain records of processing activities and compliance evidence – utilising DPOrganiser.
* Day to day management of Data Protection mailbox and processes.
* Attend wider group Data Protection Forum.
* Play an active part in the achievement and maintenance of ISO 27001 certification.
* Enforce group information security policies, and procedures to protect information assets.
* Assist with the identification, evaluation and mitigations for security risks and vulnerabilities.
* Work with department DFL’s to integrate information security into business processes and goals.
Candidate Background:
* Advanced knowledge of data protection regulations and procedures.
* 2 years of experience in a Data Protection role
* Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Understanding of information security principles, with the desire to learn and enhance skillset in this area.
* Confident reviewing controls, assessing risks, and producing clear, well-evidenced mitigation plans
* An understanding of data mapping methodologies.
* Able to work effectively with auditors, suppliers and colleagues, presenting information clearly and professionally.
* Ability to report accurately and meet deadlines.
* Demonstrates a strong work ethic and maintains very high standards with high levels of attention to detail.
* Enthusiastic team player with emotional intellect to develop effective networks and drive change.
* IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Package:
* £35,000-£45,000
* Hybrid working 3/2
* Free travel into the city centre office