Data Protection Specialist - FTC - #145577

Wincanton


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Chippenham
Contract type: Full time
Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Data Protection Specialist to join us for a 6 month FTC. Reporting to Company Secretary the successful applicant will be responsible for Wincanton’s data protection policies and training of colleagues on data protection.

This role is remote with the potential to travel to sites on occasion.

How will you contribute?

Data protection

  • Monitor and assess compliance with the Data Protection Laws, leading data protection audits where applicable
  • Be accountable for Wincanton’s data protection policies and associated training of colleagues on data protection
  • Drive awareness of data protection throughout the Group
  • Understand the Wincanton business and how Wincanton processes and control data
  • Provide advice and information on Wincanton’s data protection obligations
  • Give advice and support on the monitoring and completion of Data Protection Impact Assessments and monitoring performance against the requirements of the EU GDPR and UK Data Protection Act 2018
  • Ensure correct due diligence processes are in place, with effective reporting and monitoring activities
  • Co-ordinate all activities relating to data subject rights from inception through to closure
  • Overview of procedures within: general compliance, anti-bribery & corruption and modern slavery

What will you bring?

  • Applied, in-depth knowledge of UK laws and regulations as they relate to a listed company working in the logistics market, specifically:
    • Experience in a DPO role (desirable) or held a senior role within data protection
    • Experience in ABAC compliance, Modern Slavery policies and procedures and delivery of Code of Conduct awareness campaigns, preferred, but not essential.
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe), or CIPM (Certified Information Privacy Manager) qualifications desirable.
  • Commercially sensitive whilst considering business and regulatory risks
  • Good understanding of financials and commercial impact on decision making process
  • Confident and articulate communicator verbally and in writing
  • Well-developed influencing skills and able to sell the benefits of a strong data protection compliance culture
  • Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative, analysing issues and sound problem solving

What do we offer?

Our Culture & Benefits

In addition to generous remuneration, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more.

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That’s why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Be a part of our values; We’re Thoughtful, We’re Aiming High and We’re Prepared.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an environment where all colleagues feel included, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes and we welcome your application.

Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce

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