Data Protection Lead

Job description

Data Protection Lead Location: Glasgow or Prenton: Salary: From £44,000 plus benefits Working Pattern: Flexible working Help us create a better future, quicker 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 third ‑ party suppliers. What you’ll be doing: In 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. You will carry out initial Data Protection Impact Assessments, support Legitimate Interest Assessments where required , and recommend proportionate risk ‑ 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...