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About the Role

Supporting the business to remain fully operational and compliant with UK GDPR legislation and processes, while expanding capabilities and developing creative solutions to business challenges and opportunities to improve customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct the end-to-end process for Data Subject Access Requests (SARs) and other data subject rights.
• Maintain and develop the company's data protection strategy, policies, procedure, and compliance framework in line with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and PECR.
• Lead and conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), update Records of Processing Activities (RoPA), conduct Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs) and any other expected activity records.
• Manage the company's data breach response plan, including investigation, reporting, remediation, and communication with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and affected individuals.
• Act as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for all data privacy matters, providing pragmatic advice to internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct due diligence and manage data protection risks associated with third-party suppliers.
• Design and deliver engaging data protection training and awareness campaigns across the business.
• Monitor the evolving privacy regulatory landscape and report on the company's compliance posture and risk level.
• Serve as a point of contact for the ICO and support the designated Data Protection Officer (DPO).

Requirements

• A passion for Data Protection, Privacy and Information Security and an ability to explain these concepts clearly.
• Expert handling of DSARs.
• Excellent understanding and practical experience of UK GDPR legislation and ICO expectations.
• Excellent understanding of the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and compliance principles.
• Forward-thinking, self-motivated and able to take responsibility for initiatives.
• Ability to work in a pressured environment while prioritizing work.
• Supportive and reliable team member with excellent attention to detail.
• Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire.

Skills

• Data Protection
• Privacy
• Information Security
• UK GDPR
• Data Protection Act 2018
• PECR
• Data Subject Access Requests (SARs)
• Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Records of Processing Activities (RoPA)
• Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs)
• Data breach response
• Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) liaison
• Third-party risk management
• Training and awareness campaigns
• ISO27001 compliance (valuable)
• FCA knowledge (valuable)
• Financial services industry experience (valuable)

Location

• UK

Work Type

• Contract
• Inside IR35

Experience Level

• 3 Month Contract

Salary/Compensations

• Salary is discussed during the recruitment process.

Benefits

• Perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits

About the Company

• Octopus Electric Vehicles, part of the Octopus Energy Group, is building a new way for drivers to join the electric charge, offering online EV shopping and a 'lease for life' experience.
• The company aims to make it seamless to switch to cleaner, greener driving, driving sustainable change, decarbonizing the planet, and providing fair pricing and a fantastic customer experience.
• Octopus Energy Group is an innovative energy supplier transforming industries.
• The Group includes Octopus Energy, Octopus Healthcare, Octopus Investments, Octopus Property, Octopus Ventures, and Octopus Labs.

Equal Opportunity

• As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute.
• Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
• We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential.
• Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!