Job Description
Global Data Protection Officer - Professional Services
Salary: £75,000–£85,000
Location: Edinburgh
Working Model: 1 day a week in office (moving to 2–3 days per week)
About the Company/Role
A leading professional services firm operating across multiple international markets is looking for a Global Data Protection Officer. With a global presence across the UK, US, Caribbean, and Asia, they provide end-to-end strategic support to help businesses and institutions navigate complex regulatory environments.
The Global Data Protection Officer (DPO) will lead the group’s global data protection strategy, ensuring alignment with GDPR, UK DPA 2018, and relevant data privacy laws across jurisdictions.
Role and Responsibilities
1. Act as the firm’s designated Global DPO and main contact for data protection queries
2. Develop, maintain, and oversee the global data protection framework
3. Advise senior leadership, staff, and professional teams on compliance obligations
4. Manage all data subject rights requests and maintain the Record of Processing Activities (RoPA)
5. Review and monitor compliance policies and processes
6. Support completion of DPI...