Data Protection Lead

Who are Diligenta?

Diligenta's vision is to be acknowledged as Best in-class Platform based Life and Pensions Administration Service provider. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do and our aim is to transform our clients' operations. A business that has been described as 'home' by existing employees, we drive a culture that is founded on positive change and development.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Compliance function as a Data Protection Lead!

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection
Regulation and Data Protection Act (20I8). Collaborating closely with the Data Protection Manager, you will developing Data Protection Specialists to their full potential as well as having other responsibilities.

You'll be:

• Supporting the Data Protection Manager with routine interactions with the Information Commissioner's Office
• Supporting the Data Protection Manager with managing the relationship with client Data Protection teams
• Attending senior client forums to provide assurance on the systems and controls protecting their customer data
• Supporting the due diligence of new 3rd party suppliers in relation to Data Protection provisions and ongoing monitoring of systems
• Preparing and circulating Data Protection MI within Diligenta and to clients
• Providing training, advice and guidance to senior management and staff as necessary

You should apply if you:

• Have expert knowledge of the Data Protection Act and GDPR
• Have sound technical generic knowledge of the ICO and FCA requirements
• Are a credible influencer of senior management, able to propose and implement compliant solutions with the required level of personal impact
• Are able to build and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Have the ability to review and analyse management information

The Perks

• 25 days holidays + 8 bank holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Company pension scheme membership
• Gain professional accreditation on completion at no extra cost through our bespoke 24/7 professionally accredited online learning and development tools
• Access to our Confidential Helpline is available to be used by you and your family
• Develop your career through a wider global organisation of the TCS family