Senior Privacy Analyst

Were 1st Central a market-leading insurance company utilising smart data and technology at pace. Rapid growth has been based on giving our 1.4 million customers exactly what they want: great value insurance with an excellent service. And thats the same for our colleagues too; we won Insurance Employer of the Year at the British Insurance Awards 2024 and our Glassdoor score is pretty mega too!

Are you passionate about data protection and looking for a role where you can make a real impact

Were on the hunt for a Senior Privacy Analyst to join our team and help us keep our data protection game strong!

At 1st Central we balance legal and compliance requirements with whats best for the business. We need someone proactive capable and operating at a senior privacy level who has extensive experience and can hit the ground running.

Maybe youve worked at a higher level and wanting to take a step down - but still want to make a real impact this could be the role for you! A legal or privacy qualification Even better!

Were big on working flexibly - youllspend most of your time working from home with occasional visits to the office. But of courseitsyour choice - if you prefer to be in the office more -thats good with us youll be located close toHaywards HeathWest Sussex or Salford Quays Manchester!

Must-have skills to be successful in this role:

• Data Protection & Compliance Knowledge Strong understanding of GDPR PECR and Data Protection laws with the ability to provide practical risk-based advice.
• Analytical & Risk Assessment Skills Ability to assess risks conduct DPIAs review supplier audits and ensure compliance while balancing business needs.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management Translating complex privacy concepts into clear actionable guidance for different teams across the business.
• Organisation & Attention to Detail Managing multiple privacy-related tasks keeping policies registers and frameworks up to date and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Whats involved:

• Assist the team in maintaining and maturing the privacy framework across the Group
• Assist with maintaining the privacy framework within chosen application
• Assisting with maturing and enhancing privacy compliance across the organisation
• Provide advice to the business on their obligations and good practice with privacy by design and default
• Contribute to the maintenance of the Register of Processing Activities
• Conduct comprehensive Data Protection Impact Assessments
• Provide input to internal policies and procedures
• Assist with writing reports for Committees
• Conduct Reviews Monitoring or Testing as required
• Review supplier audits and support monitoring
• Undertake research keep abreast of changes and keep the team informed of changes to applicable legislation
• Assist with the provision of data protection training across as is required
• Draft data protection communications for the business
• Assist in maintaining the data protection areas of the intranet
• Provide support through advice in response to requests from data subjects to exercise their rights including but not limited to Data Subject Access Requests
• The provision of ad hoc data protection support as is required
• Comply with the requirements and act in accordance with the Group Code of Conduct and Fitness and Propriety policies at all times
• Ensure compliance with Company Policies Values and guidelines and other relevant standards/ regulations at all times

Experience skills & knowledge:

• Strong/proven track record for data protection and privacy experience in a professional environment
• Experience in Financial Services is essential in insurance would be beneficial
• A good understanding of technology including AI based technologies CIPP/E CIPM ISEB or other privacy certification is not required but valuable
• Good knowledge of GDPR PECR and Data Protection laws
• Good time management and organisation skills
• Excellent communication and literacy
• Attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to assess risk and impact from a privacy and data protection perspective.

Behaviours

• Self-motivated flexible approach and positive attitude
• An organised and proactive approach
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure to strict timescales when necessary
• Strives to drive business improvements to contribute to the success of the business

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive team where your expertise will be valued and your work will make a difference. If youre looking for a role thats fast-paced rewarding and full of learning opportunities wed love to hear from you! Go on click that apply now!

What can we do for you

People first. Always. Were passionate about our colleagues and know the best people deserve an extraordinary working environment. We owe it to them so thats what we offer. Our workplaces are energetic inspirational supportive. To get a taste of the advantages youll enjoy take a look at all our perks in full here.

Intrigued Our Talent team can tell you everything you need to know about what we want and what were offering so feel free to get in touch.