Compliance & Data Protection Officer

Grove Site Services; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Utilities sector is seeking an experienced Compliance & Data Protection Officer to oversee their data protection strategy and ensure compliance with UK GDPR and related laws. The successful candidate will manage audits, provide training, and advise on compliance matters. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential, along with in-depth knowledge of data protection legislation.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of UK GDPR and related laws.
• Proven experience in privacy and compliance roles.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with policies and legal obligations.
• Advise on data protection and privacy matters.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.

Skills

Knowledge of UK GDPR

Experience in compliance-related roles

Document management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Job description

Our client, a respected organisation within the Utilities / Energy sector industry, is seeking an experienced Compliance & Data Protection Officer to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to play a pivotal role in ensuring that the organisation adheres to internal policies, regulatory frameworks, and data protection legislation.

The Role

The Compliance & Data Protection Officer will oversee the companys data protection strategy, ensuring full compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018, PECR, and other relevant privacy laws.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Monitoring and enforcing compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal obligations.
• Advising on data protection and privacy matters across the organisation.
• Maintaining and updating compliance documentation, records, and training materials.
• Coordinating and supporting internal and external audits, including ISO accreditation.
• Delivering staff compliance training and ensuring timely certification.
• Investigating compliance concerns and reporting findings to senior management.
• Liaising with regulatory bodies and supporting risk assessment and mitigation activities.
• Providing administrative support to HR and Health & Safety departments when required.

About You

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• In-depth knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, PECR, and related laws.
• Proven experience in privacy, data protection, or compliance-related roles.
• Strong understanding of data processing operations and information governance.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks, standards, and certification processes.
• Excellent organisational and documentation skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and compliance tracking systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across departments.

Experience Within Aregulated Industry Is Advantageous But Not Essential.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to escalap issues appropriately.
• Clear, effective communication of performance and outcomes.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing deadlines.
• Commitment to values of Quality, Collaboration, Innovation, Support, and Passion.