Interim Data Privacy Specialist

Interim Data Privacy, GDPR, Data Protection, Compliance, DPIA's, SAR's, CIPP, Hybrid work, Burgess Hill

Your new company
An international Pharmaceutical & Healthcare company based in Burgess Hill, Sussex. Offering hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office (variable days) to a thoroughly experienced Data Privacy Specialist for this interim assignment -6 months initially.

Your new role

Implement and maintain the privacy framework, ensuring compliance with applicable privacy legislation and internal governanceLead local data privacy initiatives, including training, awareness campaigns, and risk management programmesConduct and oversee DPIAs and ensure privacy by design in all projects and processesManage personal data breaches and incidents, including investigation, remediation, and reportingOversee DSARs and ensure compliance with individual rights under data protection law.Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and privacy documentationFacilitate local governance groups Promote a strong culture of compliance and data protection across the organisation

What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience in data privacy or a similar field, ideally within a regulated environmentYou will ideally be CIPP qualified or hold another recognised privacy certification. Experience in delivering data privacy compliance frameworks and/or programmes.You will ideally have experience in wider information governance practices - especially ISO 27001. In-depth knowledge of data privacy laws, in particular EU GDPR, UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.You will ideally have a background in the Pharmaceutical/ Healthcare/NHS sectors, although other industry backgrounds will be considered.Experience in emerging technologies such as AI and the evolving legislative framework is desirable but not essential.

What you'll get in return
6 month assignment initially
Excellent pay rate £55-65ph via umbrella company in scope of IR35
37.5 hour week
Hybrid working, with 2 days a week in the office in Burgess Hill - (days will vary according to business needs)

What you need to do now
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