Data Protection Controls Analyst

The Data Protection and Privacy (DPP) Department led by the Group Chief Privacy Officer are keen to recruit an inquisitive and curious Data Protection Controls Analyst to help provide guidance and assurance to the business on compliance with its Data Protection responsibilities. The role sits within the Data Protection Assurance area reporting to the Senior Data Protection Manager.

You will work across the whole Admiral Group of businesses and will be responsible for helping identify data protection risks, testing controls and driving improvement.  

This is an exciting time to join our experienced and supportive team which is expanding to help Admiral Group Plc meet its Data Protection responsibilities in an increasingly data driven world. You will benefit from an in-house training programme, receive constant support from management and have ample opportunity to develop in your role and more widely.  

Main Duties

• Undertake Data Protection assurance reviews across different areas of the business to provide an assessment of control effectiveness and risk
• Articulate and score risks and make recommendations for improvement to senior management
• Contribute to the development of the DPP Annual Assurance Plan 
• Identify and gather information to help target areas of the business where further assurance may be required 
• Undertake follow up reviews and report on ongoing risk
• Work across the Group and gain an understanding of the different approaches to data protection within different jurisdictions 
• Contribute to the development and review of the Privacy Controls Framework (PCF), Group Data Protection Policy and Group Minimum Standards
• Contribute to the work of the team by undertaking specific projects and becoming a subject matter expert in an area of Data Protection.
• Work with wider Risk and Compliance teams to coordinate effort and share insights
• Keep up to date with latest legislation, regulations and case law

Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Good understanding and experience of Data Protection law and related legislation
• Previous experience in an audit, risk or assurance role
• Ability to develop good working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels and become a trusted advisor
• An enquiring nature with the ability to gather and assess written and verbal evidence and reach balanced conclusions 
• Ability to write clear, concise and evidenced reports for varying audiences
• Attention to detail with an analytical mindset
• Highly organised with ability to undertake multiple projects and maintain evidential records
• Understanding and pragmatic with the ability to appreciate and balance competing business risks
• Works well within a team and supports others

Desirable:

• Experience in the financial services sector 
• An audit and/or Data Protection qualification

Location

We are open to discussion around remote working possibilities (UK only). We will provide you with everything you need to work comfortably from home. Ideally we would like to see you at least once or twice a week at our Cardiff office but we do offer some flexibility depending on your location.

Our Commitment to You

At Admiral, we are committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. Admiral is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Salary, Benefits and Work-Life Balance

We do not have a set salary for this position, as it will be dependent on the successful candidate’s experience. We are happy to see CVs from all candidates who meet the requirements and will be happy to discuss the remuneration package.

At Admiral, we are proud to be a diverse business where we put our people and customers first. We have great benefits to ensure employees have a great work-life balance; it's one of the reasons we have been consistently voted one of Sunday Times Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. We want you to have an element of freedom to define a working lifestyle that supports this, so accommodate flexible hours wherever possible.

You can also view some of our other key benefits here; https://admiraljobs.co.uk/employee-benefits/.

If you think this role is for you and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please click “apply now” to complete an online application form.

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