Data Privacy Manager

R&D Partners is seeking a Data Privacy Manager to join a leading diagnostics company in the UK and Ireland. This role will report to the Director of Legal and Compliance/Data Protection Officer and is critical in ensuring compliance with data protection laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will implement and maintain a robust local privacy framework while fostering a culture of data protection within the organization., Governance & Compliance

• Implement and maintain a local privacy framework aligned with GDPR, UK GDPR, and the Data Protection Act 2018. Develop and maintain SOPs and work instructions for all data privacy topics.
• Ensure affiliate registrations and certifications (e.g., DSPT, CyberEssentials Plus, ISO27001) are current.
• Oversee day-to-day data privacy compliance queries.

Advisory & Risk Management

• Provide expert advice on data protection issues, including contract reviews and new projects.
• Ensure Privacy by Design and Default principles in systems and processes.
• Conduct and oversee Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Manage local privacy risk assessments and mitigation plans.

Incident & Request Handling

• Manage personal data breaches and incidents, including investigation and reporting.
• Handle data subject requests (access, rectification, erasure, portability).
• Maintain records of processing activities and compliance documentation.

Training & Awareness

• Develop and deliver employee training programs on data privacy principles.
• Lead awareness campaigns to promote a culture of data protection.
• Maintain communication tools such as intranet pages for data privacy.

Reporting & Audits

• Prepare reports for senior management and regulatory authorities.
• Support compliance monitoring, audits, and assurance declarations.
• Track corrective and preventive actions from inspections and audits.

Key Relationships

• Local Privacy Office
• Group Privacy Stakeholders
• Legal & Compliance Department
• Data Privacy Liaisons
• Digital Health & Cybersecurity Teams

• Significant relevant experience and a BSc or nursing qualification in a scientific discipline.
• Previous study management/coordination experience at a Senior CTMA level.
• Monitoring experience is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Virology is advantageous but not essential.
• Thorough understanding of FDA/EU Regulations, ICH Guidelines, and GCPs.
• Strong organizational, decision-making, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changes.
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Behaviors and Core Values:

• Curious with strong learning agility.
• Operationally excellent and resilient in a dynamic environment.
• Organized with a systematic approach to prioritization.
• Exhibits core values of integrity, teamwork, excellence, accountability, and inclusion.

R&D Partners is a leading life sciences recruiter focused on finding exceptional people and matching them with the finest positions across the globe. R&D Partners is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy., Providing workforce solutions across the life sciences industry At R&D Partners, part of Acacium Group, we connect skilled life sciences professionals with world leading innovators. We support every stage of the drug and device lifecycle, accelerating development to improve patients' lives. Since 2002, we've built workforce solutions including functional service provider (FSP), recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and managed service programme (MSP) models to support teams from early-stage discovery through to manufacturing and commercialisation. Breakthroughs happen when talent and opportunity meet. Our team of dedicated market partners work with clients and candidates to deliver bespoke, compliant and flexible workforce solutions that accelerate development. We help life sciences professionals grow through fulfilling careers and enable organisations to build high-performing teams to scale with confidence. As part of Acacium Group, a leading healthcare delivery partner, R&D Partners benefits from increased resource capability and global reach, with unlimited potential to develop new and innovative service offerings. Our consultative approach and flexible delivery models ensure we go beyond staffing, solving critical workforce needs to help innovators improve lives. Why R&D Partners? Dedicated market experts With deep industry expertise, a global network and local market knowledge, we connect the right people to drive innovation and progress in life sciences development. Partners for progress We are consultative in our approach, building long-term partnerships and delivering tailored solutions that help clients and candidates achieve their goals faster. Integrity in action Compliance and accountability underpin everything we do, ensuring trust and protection for our clients, candidates and patients.