Data Protection Legal Specialist

7 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Inspired Education Group Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Data Protection Legal Specialist to join our team at Inspired Education Group. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to lead our data protection initiatives and ensure compliance with global data protection laws.

About the Role

This role will be responsible for implementing a global data protection strategy, ensuring compliance across regions, advising on regulations affecting HR, finance, and operations, and monitoring legal changes to draft contracts and manage disputes.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Law, Information Security, Data Privacy, or a related field (Master's degree or advanced qualification is a plus)
  • Preferred certifications in data privacy (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, CDPO)

The ideal candidate will have proven experience scaling a data compliance framework globally, extensive experience in data protection or privacy roles within complex global organizations, and expertise in GDPR, the UK Data Protection Act, and other key data privacy regulations.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Implement a global data protection strategy aligned with GDPR and international laws
  2. Ensure compliance across regions, providing regular risk and mitigation updates to leadership
  3. Advise on regulations affecting HR, finance, and operations
  4. Monitor legal changes, draft contracts, and manage disputes
  5. Support systematization of legal processes with General Counsel
  6. Develop and maintain data protection policies and procedures
  7. Oversee creation of privacy notices and related documentation
  8. Deliver tailored data privacy training for employees
  9. Promote a culture of data privacy best practices
  10. Develop and manage data incident response plans
  11. Handle breaches, ensuring compliance and preventive measures
  12. Lead DPIAs and privacy risk assessments
  13. Embed privacy-by-design with tech teams
  14. Ensure efficient processes for rights management
  15. Act as primary contact for ICO and other regulators
  16. Manage audits and respond to inquiries
  17. Conduct audits of data processing activities
  18. Provide compliance reports and dashboards to leadership
Salary and Benefits

The salary for this role is estimated to be around £80,000 - £100,000 per annum, depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.



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