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# Compliance and Data Protection Manager (Edgewing)

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Broughton, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Sharing, Data Processing
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/42656968/

## About the Role

Extensive experience advising on data protection and privacy compliance, with knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act and wider GDPR frameworks
Experience operating in an in-house Data Protection, Compliance or Legal environment
Understanding of data protection governance, regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks
Experience interpreting legal and regulatory requirements and providing practical, risk-based advice to stakeholders
Ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders, external legal advisers and industry partners
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex data protection issues to a range of audiences

## Description

As a Compliance Data and Protection Manager, you'll support the Head of Compliance & Ethics in ensuring the organisation meets its data protection obligations across a complex international environment. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll provide expert advice on privacy matters, help assess and manage data protection risks, and support the development of a positive culture of compliance across the business.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Edgewing at an early stage of its journey, where you'll play a key role in shaping data protection practices and governance frameworks that support the delivery of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).
Core duties:

Monitor and assess data protection compliance across the organisation, helping to ensure adherence to applicable legislation, regulatory requirements and internal policies
Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and related privacy reviews, identifying risks and recommending practical solutions that support business objectives
Evaluate and manage privacy and data protection risks, working with stakeholders to develop effective mitigation strategies and promote informed decision-making
Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to embed data protection principles into day-to-day operations, projects and strategic initiatives
Act as a trusted adviser on data protection matters, providing expert guidance on privacy-related issues, regulatory developments and compliance obligations
Instruct and work with external legal counsel on data processing agreements, data sharing agreements and other privacy-related contractual arrangements


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