Business Compliance Manager (Data Protection & Privacy)

Revolut Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in London is seeking an experienced Data Protection Business Compliance Manager to oversee data protection and privacy compliance. In this fast-paced role, you will execute the Data Protection Program, collaborate with internal teams, and implement data governance activities. The ideal candidate should have a background in compliance within fintech or banking, a strong understanding of GDPR, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Background in a 1LOD data protection compliance role within fintech or banking.
• Understanding of UK and EU GDPR and relevant data protection regulations.
• Track record implementing and maintaining controls within a risk framework.

Responsibilities

• Executing the Group Data Protection and Privacy Program.
• Embedding data protection requirements into products and services.
• Collaboration with Business Compliance and Risk Managers.

Skills

Data protection compliance

Cross-functional communication

Adaptability

Effective judgment

Education

Certification in data protection or privacy (CIPP, CIPM)

Job description

About Revolut

People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products - including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more - help our 65+ million customers get more from their money every day.

As we continue our lightning-fast growth, 2 things are essential to our success: our people and our culture. In recognition of our outstanding employee experience, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work. So far, we have 10,000+ people working around the world, from our offices and remotely, to help us achieve our mission. And we're looking for more brilliant people. People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution.

About the role

Compliance is a key team that ensures Revolut's products and processes meet the regulatory requirements and translate this into the best customer outcomes. They've got an outstanding ability to find solutions and carry out testing in a purely digital environment. Those data-driven experts know that better people and machines are the most effective way of managing conduct risk.

We're looking for an experienced Data Protection Business Compliance Manager to lead data protection and privacy compliance efforts within the first line of defence at Revolut. Someone who's excited to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the effective execution of our group's data protection and privacy policy, procedures, risk, and control frameworks across the company.

What you'll be doing

• Executing the Group Data Protection and Privacy Program in 1LOD in alignment with 2LOD guidance
• Embedding data protection requirements into products and services
• Implementing the risk and control framework across 1LOD and monitoring changes
• Collaborating with Business Compliance and Risk Managers to identify and mitigate data protection risks in business processes
• Overseeing remediation actions across 1LOD
• Embedding core data governance activities (i.e., personal data classification, data mapping, ROPA coordination) within 1LOD
• Implementing and maintaining appropriate data protection safeguards for international data transfers following transfer impact assessments
• Undertaking regulatory mapping and implementing change projects under 2LOD oversight
• Implementing and maintaining data protection KPIs, KRIs, and BCIs
• Developing methods to measure data protection maturity and compliance across 1LOD
• Reporting results to the Group Data Protection Officer and supporting the global privacy program
• Raising awareness of data protection responsibilities and minimum standards within 1LOD

What you'll need

• Background in a 1LOD data protection compliance role within fintech or banking
• Understanding of UK and EU GDPR and other relevant data protection regulations
• A solid understanding of the interplay between compliance risk and business risk
• Track record implementing and maintaining controls within a risk and control framework
• Effective cross-functional communication with internal teams
• Demonstrated sound judgement and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
• Capacity to manage multiple projects under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Nice to have

• Certification in data protection or privacy, such as CIPP or CIPM

We're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard-working team.

Important notice for candidates:

• Only apply through official Revolut channels.
• Always double-check the emails you receive. Make sure all communications are being done through official Revolut emails, with an @revolut.com domain.
• We won't ask for payment or personal financial information during the hiring process. If anyone does ask you for this, it's a scam. Report it immediately.