Data Protection Analyst

auricoe; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious financial services firm in London is seeking an experienced Data Protection Analyst to lead data privacy initiatives. In this standalone role, you’ll ensure adherence to UK GDPR and cultivate a culture of privacy across the business. With a hybrid working model, the position offers autonomy and visibility at senior levels, presenting a significant opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a dedicated data protection role within financial services (not essential).
• Strong understanding of UK data protection laws (UK GDPR, FCA, CCA, FLA).
• Self-starter, highly organised, and delivery-focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of divisional data protection activities.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws and internal policies.
• Deliver training sessions to enhance awareness of data protection.

Skills

Data protection knowledge

Stakeholder management

Training delivery

Risk management

Education

Recognised data protection qualification (CIPP/E, CIPM, BCS)

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Data Protection Analyst looking to take full ownership of privacy and data governance in a high–impact, standalone role?

A prestigious financial services and asset finance organisation in London seeks a confident and capable Data Protection Analyst to lead data privacy activity across its Asset Finance & Leasing division. You\'ll play a vital role in embedding data protection best practices, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and other key regulations, and driving a culture of privacy awareness across the business.

What makes this Data Protection role stand out?

• Ownership: This is a standalone position within the division, giving you genuine influence and the autonomy to shape and deliver the data protection programme.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid working model, with just 2–3 days a week in the London office.
• Supportive Environment: Although this is a standalone role, you\'ll have 2nd line guidance from Group–level SMEs and the DPO.
• Impact: You\'ll be a key partner to stakeholders across the business, with visibility at senior levels and the chance to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities – Data Protection Analyst

• Lead the execution of divisional data protection activities in alignment with Group policy and governance frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws (including UK GDPR), internal policies, and data retention and destruction protocols.
• Deliver clear, engaging training sessions to enhance awareness and understanding of data protection across the division.
• Complete Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), support Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), and contribute to audits.
• Respond to Subject Access Requests (SARs) and other privacy–related queries.
• Monitor operational and conduct risks, maintain risk logs, and escalate issues to senior management where appropriate.
• Partner closely with stakeholders across all three lines of defence to ensure strong, risk–aware governance.

Skills & Experience – Data Protection Consultant

• Proven experience in a dedicated data protection role within financial services (NOT ESSENTIAL) or a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of UK data protection laws and regulations (UK GDPR, FCA, CCA, FLA etc.).
• Recognised data protection qualification (e.g. CIPP/E, CIPM, BCS or similar).
• Experience delivering data protection training and driving cultural change.
• Confident stakeholder manager – able to influence, advise and communicate complex privacy issues clearly.
• Self–starter, highly organised, and delivery–focused – comfortable working independently.

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a respected financial institution known for its stability, innovation, and commitment to personal development. You\'ll have exposure to senior leadership, the autonomy to shape your role, and access to wide–ranging career progression opportunities across the group.

Ready to shape the future of data protection and privacy in a top–tier bank?

Apply now with your CV and let\'s start the conversation.