Data Protection Manager

Any Diligenta Offices Considered

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 Manager!

This is a varied and dynamic role where you will be informing and supporting the Executive Management Team and clients on the effectiveness of Diligenta's application of Data Protection processes. You will also be leading a team of 5 Data Protection Specialists and developing them to their full potential through effective leadership, continuous professional development and efficient performance management.

This role can be based in any Diligenta offices with the expectation of occasional travel across the UK.

You'll be:

• Managing the migration team and the controller team whilst regularly updating the Data Protection Officer
• Managing routine interactions with the Information Commissioner's Office
• Overseeing the due diligence of new 3rd party suppliers in relation to Data Protection provisions and ongoing monitoring of systems and controls in place to protect employee and customer data
• Advising the business on the carrying out of a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)as legislated for by the GDPR and DPA
• Representing the Data Protection team at relevant internal and external Governance forums and committees
• Supporting the DPO & Head of Compliance in the development of a compliance culture

You should apply if you:

• Possess expert knowledge of the Data Protection Act and GDPR
• Are capable of provide support and guidance to a large strategic project, initiative or business area and take personal responsibility for the provision of compliance support and guidance
• A credible influencer of senior management, who is able to propose and implement Data Protection processes
• Have excellent organisational and people management skills
• Can demonstrate a solution-oriented approach and possess an agile mindset.
• BCS certificate in Data Protection or CIPPE certificate in Data Privacy is highly desirable, but not essential

The Perks

• 25 days holidays + 8 bank holidays
• Private Healthcare and a car allowance
• 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