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Glasgow - UK

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Title Data Protection Lead

Location Glasgow or Prenton

Salary from 44000 benefits

Flexible Working Pattern

Help us create a better future quicker

Under the direction of the Data Protection Manager the Data Protection Lead will be responsible for assisting the SPEN Data Protection Team in delivering the Data Protection program ensuring the proactive protection of information assets across all areas of SPEN including appropriate protection when handling and processing is performed by third parties.

This role operates in close collaboration with the other SPEN teams to develop govern oversee and support SPEN Data Protection measures.

Within the Local context the post holder will:

  • Assist with the design development and implementation of the Data Protection Strategy and Roadmap to protect Company Information.
  • Collaborate with the Corporate & Global Data Protection teams to ensure that both Global and Local requirements are met.
  • Ensure the business has appropriate processes & procedures to comply with Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.

What youll be doing

The key responsibilities of the role will be to:

  • Advise on contract negotiations in relation to Data Protection
  • Provide support to ensure SPEN meets their obligations under Article 30 of the GDPR Maintaining the SPEN Processing Activity Register
  • Conduct initial Data Protection Impact Assessments analysing and informing on arising risks and risk-mitigation recommendations supported by a Data Protection Managers.
  • Provide support in the completion of any necessary Legitimate Impact Assessments across SPEN.
  • Assist with the implementation of training and awareness requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.
  • Responsible for the monitoring of Data Protection KPIs across all business areas within SPEN and escalation any issues to the Data Protection Officer.
  • Be a point of contact for data subjects exercising their rights.
  • Raise awareness of Data Protection compliance and its application to Business process and systems across the UK.
  • Work in collaboration with the Data Protection functions across SPEN to carry out root cause analysis on data breaches ensuring all required mitigating actions are identified and completed.

What youll bring

  • Ability to work autonomously and recognise when escalation is
  • Ability to review and advise on Data Protection elements of contracts and other business / legal documents.
  • Ability to research and interpret regulatory compliance requirements and apply to industry/business practice
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to build effective relationships for key stakeholders locally and globally
  • Highly developed ability to resolve complex problems and negotiate successful outcomes
  • Solid understanding of IT processes IT security and technology risks
  • Ability to interact at all levels of the organization.
  • In-depth expert technical knowledge of all aspects of Data Protection and associated delivery techniques.
  • Working knowledge of risk management mitigation and remediation
  • Strong analytics and investigatory ability
  • Proven experience advising a wide variety of stakeholders on data protection issues

Experience/Training:

  • Educated to degree level or relevant experience
  • Background knowledge and understanding of Data Protection Privacy industry regulations standards of best practice and applicable guidance.
  • Industry recognised Data Protection qualification (desirable)
  • Energy industry experience (desirable)
  • Legal qualification(s) (desirable)

Whats in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme well double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower we believe its the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your familys wellbeing save for your future and take personal steps for climate action our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world today and tomorrow. Thats why our benefits include:

  • 36 days annual leave

  • Holiday Purchase perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave

  • Share Schemes

  • Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding

  • Technology Vouchers save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases

  • Electric Vehicle Schemes to help you transition to green/clean driving

  • Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans

  • Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance Private Medical Insurance Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments

  • Life Assurance (4x salary)

  • Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support

  • Plus shopping leisure restaurant and gym discounts and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why ScottishPower

ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future were at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over 6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals in a global organisation.

Inclusion diversity and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values they bring us together into a stronger more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours so whatever your background youll fit right in.

ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities long term conditions mental health conditions or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support please reach out to .

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

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July

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