Data Privacy Manager

Job Advertisement: Data Privacy Manager Rate: Rates £41.50 - £49 per hour PAYE basic excluding holiday pay or £55 - £65 Umbrella including holiday pay Location – Burgess Hill (Hybrid – 2 days per week onsite) Contract – 6 months Are you passionate about data privacy and compliance? Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our client’s data privacy landscape? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Data Privacy Manager About the Role: As the Data Privacy Manager, you will be instrumental in driving our client’s commitment to data privacy and compliance. You will implement and maintain a robust local privacy framework, ensuring adherence to all applicable privacy legislation. This is your chance to lead local data privacy activities, manage risks, and make a real impact in the community of data privacy professionals. Key Responsibilities: Framework Implementation: Establish and maintain a local privacy framework that meets compliance standards. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate local privacy risks effectively. Community Engagement: Be a strong voice in the data privacy community, participating in forums and driving positive change. Advisory Role: Provide expert guidance on data protection issues, including contract reviews and new projects. Training & Awareness: Lead local data privacy initiatives and training programs to ensure compliance with legislation and internal policies. Documentation & Reporting: Create and maintain local SOPs and work instructions, overseeing daily compliance queries and documentation. What We’re Looking For: Education: Degree educated (or equivalent). Experience: Proven experience in data privacy or a related field, with a solid understanding of EU GDPR, UK GDPR, and the Data Protection Act 2018. Certifications: CIPP certification or equivalent is desirable. Leadership Skills: Experience in managing projects and influencing stakeholders at various organizational levels. Analytical & Communication Skills: Strong ability to assess risks and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally. Integrity & Ethics: High ethical standards, given the sensitive nature of the information handled. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Play a key role in the strategic direction of the Legal & Compliance Department. Collaborative Environment: Work closely with experts across various departments, both locally and globally. Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development in the evolving field of data privacy, including training on emerging technologies like AI. If you are ready to make a difference and be at the forefront of data privacy management, we want to hear from you Join our client in building a culture of data protection and compliance that champions ethical standards and integrity. Apply Today Embrace this exciting opportunity to shape the future of data privacy at our client. Submit your application now and take the first step toward a rewarding career that makes a real impact We look forward to welcoming you to our team Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.