Chief Data Protection Officer

Capco; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK seeks a Chief Data Protection Officer to lead the global data protection strategy and ensure compliance with international regulations. The role requires deep expertise in UK/EU GDPR, experience advising senior stakeholders, and the ability to manage risk across diverse regions. Candidates should have strategic thinking skills and experience in technology-driven compliance environments. A competitive benefits package and a focus on inclusivity are offered.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Competitive pension

Health insurance

Mental health support

Family-friendly leave policies

Holiday flexibility

Continuous learning opportunities

Extra perks like travel insurance

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders on data governance.
• Knowledge of AI, Cloud, and associated risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead Capco's global data protection strategy.
• Oversee compliance with international privacy regulations.
• Conduct data protection audits and privacy assessments.

Skills

UK/EU GDPR expertise

Data governance at scale

Cross-functional risk leadership

Communication skills

Strategic mindset

Education

Data protection certifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CDPO)

Job description

Championing Data Protection excellence across Capco and applying the standards required by regulators, our clients and partners

The Role

As Chief Data Protection Officer, you will lead Capco’s global data protection strategy, ensuring we meet the highest standards of regulatory compliance, risk management, and information governance. You will guide the organization in developing and maintaining robust data protection practices that safeguard our people, clients, and partners, while supporting innovation and responsible data use.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Capco’s Data Protection strategy, ensuring alignment with international privacy regulations across our operations in Europe, India APAC, Middle East and Americas.
• Oversee data governance frameworks, in alignment with parent group's (Wipro) overarching policies,to support secure, ethical, and compliant data handling across the business.
• Advise senior leadership and client teams on data protection risks, controls, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Legal, IT, Information Security and other leaders and teams to ensure data protection requirements are integrated into business processes and business contracts.
• Develop firm-wide policies, training, and guidance to strengthen awareness and accountability.
• Conduct regular Data Protection audits and privacy assessments to identify and mitigate privacy risks.
• Manage incident response and regulatory engagement activities, ensuring timely, accurate communication.
• Monitor and report on Data Protection compliance to senior management, Group and regulatory bodies.
• Report to the Capco Chief Admin Officer

What We’re Looking For

• Deep expertise in UK/EUGDPR, global privacy standards, and technology-driven compliance environments.
• Strong experience advising senior stakeholders and shaping data governance at scale.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional risk, compliance, and data protection initiatives.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, Cloud, data platforms) and associated risk considerations.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex regulation into clear actions.
• A strategic mindset, coupled with sound judgement in sensitive or high-impact situations.

Bonus Points For

• Experience operating in consulting, Financial Services, or other highly regulated industries.
• Any recognised data protection certifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CDPO).
• Background in enterprise risk leadership or operational resilience.

Why Join Capco

• To support delivery of high-impact technology solutions to Tier 1 financial institutions
• Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
• Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
• Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
• Help shape the future of digital transformation across Consulting, Financial Services & Energy.

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

• Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
• Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.
• Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
• Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
• Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
• Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually, plus a Business Coach from day one.
• Extra Perks: Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.

Inclusion at Capco

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

Capco does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. In order to track the effectiveness of our recruiting efforts, please consider participating in the optional questionnaire.