Data Protection Consultant

WorkNest; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days + 1 per year to 8

Birthday Day Off

Private Medical Insurance

Subsidised Gym / Wellbeing membership

Volunteer days (VITO Days)

Health Cash Plan

UK Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice

Enhanced family leave pay

Company pension

Sophos Home Premium

Employee referral scheme

Social events

Job summary

WorkNest is seeking a Data Protection Consultant to join its GDPR practice in Stevenage, reporting to the Data Protection Team Lead. You will scope, analyse and implement GDPR practices, run gap analyses, and deliver DPO services to a diverse client base.

You will handle DSAR processing, develop policies, DPIAs, LIAs, and provide training. Travel to client sites may be required; full training provided; excellent benefits and career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience leading GDPR consultancy projects (scoping, gap analyses, implementation).
• Qualified in GDPR/Privacy related certifications or legal focus.
• Knowledge of international privacy laws such as CCPA is desirable.
• Experience across various client sizes and sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage GDPR projects to meet client expectations.
• Act as SME for GDPR, PECR, and privacy matters.
• Collaborate with Sales to scope projects and deliver GDPR implementations.
• Deliver GDPR training and assist with documentation, data breaches, and DSAR handling.

Skills

GDRP project leadership

Data protection knowledge

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Education

GDPR Practitioner or equivalent

Certified DPO

IAPP CIPP/E qualification

Law degree (GDPR focus)

Job description

Reporting to our Data Protection Team Lead, the Data Protection Consultant will work directly with our clients to scope, analyse and implement GDPR practices, processes and procedures. In addition to this, the GDPR Consultant role will complete and oversee the delivery of gap analyses, implementations and DPO services to our wide variety of customers.

In this role, you will be providing support with the handling and processing of Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs). The role will involve assisting with reviewing information, carrying out redactions where required, and supporting the wider team throughout the DSAR process. Full training and guidance will be provided, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their knowledge and experience in data protection and compliance.

Due to the nature of the role, the position requires the ability to manage multiple clients simultaneously whilst ensuring a customer‑centric approach.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage GDPR projects, ensuring delivery is in line with client expectations;
• Act as an SME for all GDPR, PECR and other privacy-related matters;
• Work closely with the Sales to scope projects;
• Conduct GDPR Gap Analyses and GDPR Implementations (data mapping, developing policies and procedures, records of processing, DPIAs, LIAs etc.);
• Work closely with the GDPR Team Lead to oversee the project management, scheduling and delivery of all GDPR projects, completing and updating relevant records for reporting purpose.
• Deliver GDPR training as well as supporting clients with GDPR documentation, data breaches, and data subject access requests;
• Write content for articles and blog posts on data protection related topics;
• Any other appropriate job duties in line with the associated skill and experience of the post holder.

Skills and experience required:

• Direct experience of leading Data Protection consultancy projects (scoping, gap analysis, and implementation) across small, medium and large businesses, with a strong understanding of tailored service delivery to suit client size and requirements;
• Qualified in one or more of the following: GDPR Practitioner (or equivalent), Certified DPO, IAPP CIPP/E qualification, Law Degree with a focus on GDPR/Privacy;
• Knowledge of CCPA and other international privacy laws highly desirable;
• Specific region or sector expertise (e.g., Scotland, Northern Ireland, health and social care, financial services) highly desirable
• Strong Microsoft Office skills;

Personal Attributes:

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and meetdeadlines;
• Strong organisational skills with a high attention todetail;
• Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks at any giventime;
• Pro‑active and enthusiastic with a can doattitude;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong commercialacumen;
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as being a team player;
• Willingness to learn.

Other:

• International and national travel should be expected as part of the role;
• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK;

WorkNest Benefits:

• Annual leave: 25 days, increasing by 1 day per each completed year of service up to a maximum of 28 days, plus statutory bank holidays which will be paid.

• Birthday Day Off: One additional day off for your birthday, to be taken a week either side of your birthday

• Private Medical Insurance Discounted individual coverage (available after successful completion of probation). Full individual cover after 3 years.

• Subsidised Gym / Wellbeing membership £15 per month subsidised membership (available after probation)

• VITO Days: 2 paid volunteer days per year (available after probation)

• Health Cash Plan Cash back on dental, optical and more, Employee Assistance Programme, Virtual GP and wellbeing resources (available from day one)

• UK Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme Subject to eligibility criteria

• Enhanced Family Related Leave Pay subject to qualifying periods
  Company Sick Pay 2 weeks enhanced sick pay (available after probation)

• Pension Standard Life Salary Sacrifice Pension - 3% Employer / 5% Employee. Auto-enrolment after 3 months, with the option to opt in or opt out

• Sophos Home Premium Cover for your family personal laptops

• Employee referral scheme £1000 paid to you for successful employee referrals

• Social events

If you’re looking for an opportunity to develop your career in data protection and work with a wide range of clients, we’d love to hear from you.

At WorkNest, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team where you’ll have the opportunity to build your expertise, take on new challenges and make a real impact for our clients.