Job Overview
The Data Protection Analyst role plays a pivotal part in ensuring the organisation remains compliant with GDPR and related regulations.
* Main Responsibilities:
* Servicing the Data Protection Officer: maintaining and developing the organisation's privacy framework, as well as participating in data protection projects to ensure compliance is integral to new systems, processes, and initiatives from inception.
* Data Governance: performing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), conducting risk assessments for new technologies, vendors, and business processes.
* Key Performance Areas:
1. Maintaining accurate records of processing activities and key compliance documentation.
2. Providing expert advice on GDPR and e Privacy legislation.
3. Supporting incident management and subject rights requests (DSARs).
4. Collaborating with Legal, IT, Security, HR, and Operations teams to integrate data protection into everyday practices.
5. Vendor due diligence and review of Data Processing Agreements (DPAs).
6. Contribution to training, awareness, and communication initiatives promoting a culture of data protection.
7. Tracking and reporting on key privacy metrics and compliance performance indicators.