**Data Protection Lead** **Location:** Glasgow or Prenton **Salary:** From £44,000 plus benefits **Working Pattern:** Flexible working Under the direction of the Data Protection Manager, the Data Protection Lead will support the SPEN Data Protection Team in delivering an effective and proactive data protection programme. The role is central to ensuring the protection of SPEN’s information assets across all areas of the business, including where the handling and processing of personal data is undertaken by thirdIn this role, you will advise on data protection matters, including supporting contract negotiations and reviewing relevant business and legal documentation, while ensuring SPEN meets its Article 30 GDPR obligations through accurate Records of Processing Activities. Data Protection Impact Assessments, support Legitimate Interest Assessments where mitigation actions with guidance from the Data Protection Manager. In post you will also support data protection training and awareness activity, monitor data protection KPIs and escalate issues to the Data Protection Officer as appropriate. You will be a confident data protection professional, able to work autonomously while recognising when escalation is required. You will have experience advising on data protection aspects of contracts and business or legal documentation, along with the ability to interpret regulatory requirements and apply them effectively in a practical business context.Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, together with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels, both locally and globally. You will be comfortable resolving complex issues, influencing outcomes and driving positive change. and technology risk, supported by strong analytical and investigatory skills and depthtrack record of advising diverse stakeholders on data protection matters. technical knowledge of data protection. Experience in risk management, mitigation and remediation is essential, alongside a proven data protection qualification is desirable, as is experience within the energy or utilities sector. Legal qualifications or legal training would be other benefits. With our pension scheme, At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.
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