Data Privacy Risk Analyst

Nottingham
3 weeks ago
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Data Privacy Risk Analyst
Nottingham
Permanent – Full Time
Salary up to £35,000 depending on skill set and experience
Hybrid Working
  
Prescient group is partnered with a leading full-service UK law firm who find momentum from their guiding values – smart, bold, and together.
  
As well as developing your career, you will find a dynamic environment where your skills are truly valued. Be part of the ambitious plans for the firm’s future by joining a reputable, professional team.
  
Key Responsibilities
  
Investigate Privacy Incidents: Evaluate and coordinate responses with legal and business support teams.
  
Manage Data Subject Access Requests: Ensure timely and compliant processing of data subject access requests. Data extraction and compilation.
  
Utilisation of the One Trust Platform: For data mapping and DPIA records.
  
Data Privacy Impact Assessments: Evaluate compliance with privacy laws and regulations and assist with completion of these assessments.
  
Develop and Implement Privacy Policies: Ensure policies align with legal requirements and industry best practices.
  
Collaborate with IT and Security Teams: Integrate data protection measures into technology platforms and business processes, and foster working relationship across functions.
  
Monitor Privacy Legislation: Adapt company policies to maintain compliance.
  
Support Privacy Officer to provided provide Guidance and Training: Educate staff on privacy matters, including data handling and breach response protocols.
  
Required for the role
  
Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, CIPT or GDPR Practitioner (desirable but not necessary, can be working towards).
  
Experience: Previous experience in privacy, information security, or related fields, typically 2 – 4 years.
  
Skills: Knowledge of privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, PECR), strong analytical skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment within a professional firm. Computer literate. Not only in the use of Microsoft Office programs but have a general literacy and understanding of proprietary software and cloud based storage and services.

This role will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service, Baseline Personnel Security Standards, Counter Terrorist Check and Security Check, or Developed Vetting clearance.
Contact: Emma or Charlotte at Prescient Group

Due to the nature of the business, the successful candidate will need to undertake full Safeguarding vetting and an enhanced DBS check

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.
The Prescient Group will be managing your application by the GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. If your application is successful, we will contact you and manage your personal data in accordance with the guidelines of GDPR

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