Data Protection & Compliance Lead

Greencore; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Why Greencore?

We're one of the UK's largest food manufacturers, employing over 13,600 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's major food retailers with everything from sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY24, we generated revenues of 1.8bn.

Our mission is to make every day taste better.

This role is based at our Leeds Broadgate office, with hybrid working and flexibility built in. You'll be joining a dynamic Legal team at the heart of a business that's forward–thinking, fast–moving and trusted by millions of UK consumers every day.

What you'll be doing

As our Data Protection and Compliance Lead, you'll be the central point of expertise across the business for data protection and compliance. Working closely with senior leaders and cross–functional teams, you'll:

• Manage and respond to data subject access requests and regulatory queries
• Support and guide the business on data protection practices, including GDPR compliance
• Lead investigations into suspected breaches and develop practical remediation plans
• Design and deliver communications to build awareness of data and compliance responsibilities
• Maintain and enhance policies covering data protection, retention and compliance
• Oversee data risk in third–party relationships, ensuring contracts include the right protections
• Collaborate with IT, HR, Legal and operational teams to classify, secure and manage data appropriately
• Engage with external bodies like the ICO and legal counsel where needed

What we're looking for

• Strong experience in a data protection focused role–ideally in–house
• OR a qualified lawyer seeking a broader in–house opportunity
• Excellent working knowledge of GDPR and related legislation
• A pragmatic, solutions–focused mindset with the confidence to advise and challenge
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills–you'll work with a wide range of teams
• Ability to work autonomously, manage priorities and build trust across the business
• A genuine interest in doing the right thing, with an eye for detail and a drive for progress

We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and job–related benefits
• Holidays
• Pension up to 8% matched
• Life insurance up to 4x salary
• Company share save scheme
• Greencore Qualifications
• Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
• Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform

Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on–the–job training and development opportunities to further your career.

If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore–and be a part of driving our future success.