Data Protection Governance Specialist
Core
Develop, maintain, and enhance the data protection compliance framework to ensure policies and procedures align with legal and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Role type
Data Protection Governance Specialist
Builds
Data protection policies, procedures, guidance documents, templates, playbooks, checklists, and governance dashboards
Domain
Legal compliance / Data Privacy / Risk Management
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Data protection legislation expertise, Information governance, Compliance management, Risk management, Project management, Policy development, Regulatory interpretation, Gap analysis, Stakeholder engagement, Audit support
Preferred skills
Accredited qualifications (BCS/CIPP), Experience in complex environments, Training material development
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Maintain and enhance the data protection compliance framework; Review and update policies and guidance materials; Embed governance processes across the business; Identify gaps and propose improvements; Support audit readiness and regulatory accountability; Develop training and awareness materials; Monitor changes in internal processes or regulations.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
