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# Group Data Protection Compliance Manager

- **Company:** Marks and Spencer plc (UK)
- **Location:** Slough, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Processing
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/38934417/

## About the Role

Strong experience working in a data protection or privacy role, with deep knowledge of UK data protection law and regulationProven ability to manage and advise on data protection risk in a complex, fast-moving organisationConfidence providing pragmatic, solutions-focused advice to a wide range of business partnersExperience contributing to governance, reporting, monitoring or assurance activitiesData protection qualifications such as IAPP CIPP/E, CIPM or equivalent is desirable, but we also welcome candidates with equivalent practical experience

## Description

At Marks & Spencer, trust is at the heart of everything we do. As Group Data Protection Compliance Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining that trust by shaping and maintaining our group-wide data protection compliance framework. Sitting within our central Data Protection (DPO) Team and Legal function, this role works at the intersection of risk, compliance and innovation.You will partner closely with colleagues across the business to ensure data protection risks are well managed and clearly understood, enabling M&S to continue its digital transformation and drive responsible use of data and Artificial Intelligence. This is a brilliant opportunity to apply your expertise in a role that has genuine impact across the Group, while working in a collaborative, supportive and purpose-driven environment.
All the detailsWhat You'll Do
Key accountabilities will include:
To maintain and enhance our data protection compliance framework, ensuring different elements work together effectivelyLead and support group-wide data protection risk management, ensuring risks are consistently identified, assessed, tracked and reported in line with our risk appetiteDevelop, enhance and deliver clear, insightful compliance reporting and metrics for senior business partners, committees and governance forumsMaintain and evolve data protection policies, procedures and governance processes to ensure they remain robust, practical and sustainableSupport effective monitoring, assurance and audit activity to assess the design and operation of data protection controls across the GroupDrive improvements to data processing records, DPIAs and third-party due diligence, working collaboratively with Risk, Information Security and business teams
Who You Are
Your skills and experience will include


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