Role Title: Assistant Data Protection Officer
Location: Brentwood (Hybrid, 1 day a week)

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Supporting the Company Secretary & Data Protection Officer in ensuring high levels of compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, as well as providing professional company secretarial support.

• Assist with the completion and review of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Manage Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), including maintaining DSAR logs and liaising with outsourced resources.
• Support the ongoing Group data mapping project, including liaising with departmental staff and utilising data mapping software (training provided).
• Produce data protection-related reports and information summaries.
• Correspond with regulators as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation of corporate governance activities and processes, including updating and maintaining statutory books for group companies.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for advice on group company secretarial and data protection policies.
• Provide company secretarial support to the Information Security and Data Oversight Committee, including preparation of agendas, meeting packs, taking minutes, and action follow-ups.

REQUIREMENTS, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
Essential:

• 3+ years’ experience in financial services/insurance.
• Experience in data protection, compliance, or company administration, preferably within a regulated environment.

Desirable:

• Experience providing reports, data, and information to executives.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Relevant professional qualification (e.g., IAPP), or willingness to study towards one.
• Knowledge of the UK Data Protection Act, UK GDPR, UK Companies Act, and the UK Corporate Governance Code.