Data Privacy and Protection Analyst

Job Advertisement: Data Privacy and Protection Analyst

Location: Warwick (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week)
Contract: Initial 6 months with potential extension or Temp to Perm
Salary: 48,374 per annum

Are you passionate about data privacy and protection? Do you want to play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity of data while helping to drive the transition to a sustainable energy system? Our client is on the lookout for a dedicated Data Privacy and Protection Analyst to join their innovative team in Warwick!

About Us:
At our client, data is more than just numbers-it's a key asset in the journey towards a fully decarbonised energy system. With our Data Vision to unify and democratise data and analytical tools, we empower stakeholders to harness information for transformative insights. Join us in our mission to provide reliable, understandable data that propels decarbonisation efforts across the industry!

Key Responsibilities:
As a Data Privacy and Protection Analyst, you will:

• Guide and Educate: Provide advice to stakeholders on policies related to data privacy and sharing, ensuring compliance with GDPR and Ofgem's Data Management Best Practices.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the creation of user-friendly data policies, standards, and controls.
• Support Requests: Assist with data subject rights requests by identifying sources and collaborating with data owners.
• Impact Assessments: Aid stakeholders in completing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Compliance Advisory: Offer insights on data privacy compliance to various stakeholders.
• Data Retention: Ensure personal data retention aligns with GDPR policies.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and escalate data privacy and sharing issues to relevant governance forums.
• Monitor Controls: Track Key Control Indicators to ensure effective operational controls.

Essential Skills and Experience:
We are looking for candidates who possess:

• A solid understanding of GDPR responsibilities and experience in data and information law compliance.
• Insight into data governance practices and their significance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.
• The knack for translating complex data policies into accessible language.
• An inquisitive mindset with keen attention to detail, capable of managing stakeholder expectations and tracking progress through KPIs.
• Self-organization, independence, and problem-solving abilities.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Data Privacy-related qualifications (training will be provided if necessary).
• Familiarity with Ofgem's Data Best Practice Guidance.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home and in the office.
• Career Growth: This role offers the potential for extension or a permanent position based on performance.
• Impactful Work: Be a crucial part of a team dedicated to making a difference in the energy sector.

If you are excited about the opportunity to shape data privacy practices and contribute to a sustainable future, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in data protection.

Let's harness the power of data together!

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