Data Protection Assistant
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Job description
In this role, you will support the Data Protection Officer to provide support to a range of data protection activities to ensure regulatory and legislative compliance; playing a key role in facilitating transparency, accountability, and integrity across Portsmouth Water., Provide support to the Data Protection Officer with investigations, assessments and reporting of data breaches, identifying root causes and supporting the implementation of corrective actions Complete daily audits to ensure data protection compliance within the CRM system Manage and administer the Data Protection inbox Assist with the administration of data erasure/rectification/restrict processing requests Assist in the management of the end-to-end process for EIR compliance (issuing of EIR internally and ensuring a response is collated within regulated timescales) Assist the Data Protection Officer with the end-to-end process for a SAR (initial review, locating data, collating data, transcribing calls, redaction, preparation of response) Support the collation of data for internal and external reporting Assess suppliers on the company's supplier procurement tool for data protection related compliance Work closely with the Data Protection Officer to manage and escalate risks, complaints and breaches Run and distribute monthly personal data breach reports throughout the business Manage version control of data protection policies and procedures on the Document Management System Support the production of data protection training across the business (i.e. bulletins, awareness campaigns) Monitor employee data protection e-training compliance Assist in the preparation of reports for management on Data Protection matters Provide ad-hoc support to the wider Company Secretarial department
Requirements
Do you have experience in Communication skills?, Understanding of the confidentiality issues associated with handling personal, confidential and special information Relevant experience in handling, planning, collating and organising data Expertise in multi-tasking and managing numerous internal and external deadlines In-depth communication skills for collaborating with a range of stakeholders First class written and verbal communication skills, able to engage senior stakeholders Excellent accuracy and attention to detail Able to work under pressure, but also remain focussed whilst undertaking arduous tasks Able to take own initiative, make decisions, be proactive, and work without close supervision Practical experience of working in a customer-facing environment/role Experience in a compliance-related role (ideally with a data protection focus) Knowledge of the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK General Data Protection Regulation
We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, and that's why we're happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for.
Benefits & conditions
We'll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% because your tomorrow matters as much as your today.
Performance Pays Off You could earn a non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance because when we succeed together, you should benefit too.
Family Comes First Whether you're welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we've got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay.
Social Events All expenses covered summer and winter social events
Peace of Mind, Always Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens.
Comprehensive Wellbeing Support Whether you need confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, or physical health support via our Virtual GP service (available 8am10pm, 7 days a week for you and your immediate family), help is always close at hand with the HealthHero app.
PW Perks Treat Yourself! Enjoy exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, plus exciting benefits like:
- Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Health Cash Plan and so much more!
