Data Protection DSAR Analyst

Morson Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Severn Trent is seeking an experienced DSAR Analyst to join its Data Protection team as an additional resource. The role focuses on managing Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and other GDPR rights requests end-to-end, from receipt to completion.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on DSAR experience, strong UK GDPR knowledge, and be able to perform manual redaction using Adobe, while adhering to statutory deadlines and communicating clearly with customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Experience handling DSARs and GDPR rights requests.
• Strong knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection principles.
• Experience reviewing and manually redacting emails, documents using Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Manage DSARs and GDPR rights requests from receipt to completion.
• Review records to identify personal data relevant to requests.
• Perform manual redaction of third-party/exempt information using Adobe.
• Apply UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 requirements.
• Understand exemptions when handling DSARs and FOI requests.
• Communicate with customers and internal teams to scope requests.
• Maintain case records and meet statutory deadlines.
• Escalate complex cases or data breach concerns as needed.
• Independently manage end-to-end DSAR process with minimal supervision.

Skills

DSAR handling

GDPR

FOI requests

Adobe redaction

Communication

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Description – DSAR Analyst

Company: Severn Trent
Location: Severn Trent Head Office
Contract: Initial 4-month rolling contract, with likely extension
Daily Rate: £150 per day

Role Overview

Severn Trent is seeking an experienced DSAR Agent to join its Data Protection team as an additional resource. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and other GDPR-related rights requests from receipt through to completion.

This role requires someone with strong practical experience in data protection, Freedom of Information (FOI) requests and manual redaction. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of relevant exemptions and be confident managing DSARs independently, with minimal support.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) and other GDPR rights requests from receipt through to completion.
• Review records and identify personal data relevant to individual requests.
• Carry out accurate manual redaction of third-party and exempt information using Adobe.
• Apply UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 requirements when reviewing information for disclosure.
• Understand and appropriately apply relevant exemptions when handling DSARs and FOI requests.
• Communicate clearly with customers and internal teams to obtain information and clarify the scope of requests.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure requests are completed within statutory deadlines.
• Identify and escalates complex cases, potential data breaches or disclosure concerns appropriately.
• Independently manage the end-to‑end DSAR process with minimal supervision.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Previous hands‑on experience managing DSARs and other GDPR rights requests is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection principles.
• Experience reviewing and manually redacting emails, documents and other records using Adobe.
• Good understanding of DSARs, FOI requests and relevant exemptions.
• Ability to independently manage a DSAR from receipt through to completion.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing sensitive information.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to statutory deadlines.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Team Structure

The successful candidate will join an established team consisting of:

• 2 colleagues within the immediate team.
• A wider team of 6 additional colleagues.

The position is an additional resource to support the team’s workload.

Working Arrangements

Location: Severn Trent Head Office.

Standard working hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm.

There is flexibility to work alternative hours depending on candidate preference:

• 7:00am – 3:00pm
• 8:00am – 4:00pm
• 9:00am – 5:00pm

Contract & Progression

• Initial 4-month rolling contract.
• Likely to be extended depending on business requirements.
• Potential opportunity for the position to become permanent, although this is not guaranteed.

Interview Process

Initial interviews can be conducted via Microsoft Teams.