Data Privacy Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom company seeks an experienced Privacy & Data Protection Analyst in Plymouth to ensure compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and provide guidance to HR and Talent Acquisition teams. The role includes developing privacy programs, conducting assessments, and collaborating across departments to promote privacy awareness.

Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT) are highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of GDPR, CCPA.
• Proficiency in conducting PIAs and DPIAs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the HR global privacy program.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Monitor changes in global privacy laws, providing compliance recommendations.

Skills

Data protection laws

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

CIPP/E certification

CIPM certification

CIPT certification

Job description

Our customer, a leading telecom company, is seeking an experienced Privacy & Data Protection Analyst to ensure compliance with data protection regulations such as GDPR, and to provide best-practice guidance to their People, Talent Acquisition, and HR teams.

We are looking for a highly motivated Privacy Analyst to join our growing Privacy Team. This pivotal role will help ensure that our global privacy practices align with relevant legislation, including GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection laws. The Privacy Analyst will provide expert guidance on privacy matters and support the implementation and maintenance of our privacy program.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the telecom company’s HR global privacy program, including policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new and existing projects and initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze changes in global privacy laws and regulations, providing actionable compliance recommendations.
• Maintain accurate records of data processing activities and ensure adherence to data retention policies.
• Produce and submit required documentation to secure the approval of Data Privacy Officers (DPOs) across multiple markets, ensuring Talent Acquisition processes comply with privacy regulations.
• Review AI functionality in recruitment systems; collaborate with system vendors to document AI sub-processes and functionality, and update privacy notices where AI is utilized.
• Conduct internal privacy audits and assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Respond to and investigate Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and data breaches promptly and effectively.
• Provide expert guidance and support to internal stakeholders on privacy-related matters.
• Work closely with global privacy teams and collaborate with legal, IT, and other departments to ensure consistent application of privacy principles organization-wide.
• Assist with regulatory inquiries and audits.
• Develop and deliver privacy training programs for employees.
• Promote a culture of privacy awareness throughout the organization.
• Create and maintain privacy-related documentation and resources.
• Support the company’s global expansion efforts, ensuring privacy by design principles are integrated into business processes.
• Coordinate with international teams to meet global privacy requirements.

Requirements

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT) are highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of data protection laws and regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
• High proficiency in conducting PIAs and DPIAs.
• Experience in risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Skilled in handling DSARs and privacy-related investigations.
• Experience in delivering privacy training and awareness initiatives.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About Elevate

Elevate provides consulting, technology, and services to law departments and law firms across the globe. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our 1,600+ strong team of legal professionals, lawyers, consultants, project managers, and engineers operate across the United States, Europe, UK, and Asia, Hong Kong, and Australia.

ElevateFlex is the flexible resourcing capability within Elevate. We define and support a new flexible career within the legal industry by matching exceptional legal professionals to the evolving needs of our customers through a world-class, global community of talent and advanced, technology-enabled search. We were recently assessed in Band 1 of Chamber’s Global Flexible Legal Resourcing category.

Our Vision is a world where legal and business teams achieve incredible outcomes, together.

Equitability and inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex’s success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is essential for attracting, retaining, and celebrating the industry’s most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work, knowing that diversity of experience and perspective drives innovation and is good business.

As a strong proponent of diversity, equity, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex team—help us change the legal industry and make a difference in the legal universe.