Data Protection Manager at Redland Search - Professional Recruitment Solutions
Location: Bristol (Hybrid working available)
A leading UK commercial law firm is seeking a proactive and experienced Data Protection Manager to join its Risk Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing and developing data protection compliance in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.
The firm is highly regarded for its growth, work-life balance, and career progression. It is a new role within a risk team of 15 members.
The firm supports over 2,000 organisations across sectors such as health, housing, local government, higher education, energy, and financial services. With over a decade of continuous revenue and profit growth, it is recognized in top legal directories for delivering expert advice with a focus on client relationships, professional responsibility, and long-term results.
Role Overview:
The successful candidate will manage day-to-day data protection compliance, working independently with support from senior team members when needed. This hands-on role requires strategic oversight, strong attention to detail, and collaboration across departments. The role reports to the Head of Risk, who is the Data Protection Officer.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct data protection impact assessments and advise on business-wide data use
* Manage and respond to data breaches, including investigation, mitigation, and reporting
* Lead responses to subject access requests and other data subject rights requests
* Oversee records of processing and ensure data management aligns with internal policies
* Draft responses to data protection-related client questionnaires and tenders
* Provide guidance to internal teams such as HR, marketing, tech transformation, and information security
* Advise on international data transfers, FOIA requests, and data clauses in contracts
* Support change projects with data protection considerations
* Maintain and improve data protection policies, procedures, and training
* Contribute to audits, enterprise risk reviews, and identify opportunities for technology-driven process improvements
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Experience in data protection, preferably in a professional services environment
* Strong understanding of data protection legislation and data governance
* Relevant industry certifications (desirable)
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to interpret legal and regulatory standards
* Ability to manage workload independently, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality work
* Detail-oriented with a proactive, methodical approach
Culture and Benefits:
The firm offers a supportive, collaborative culture emphasizing long-term career development, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on autonomy, trust, and meaningful impact.
Additional Details:
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Legal, Consulting, and Administrative
* Industries: Legal Services, Law Practice, Business Consulting and Services
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