Data Protection Manager

CN Sales Recruitment LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday plus additional days at Christmas

Private medical and dental cover

Pension and life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

A leading UK membership body seeks a Legal & Compliance Manager to strengthen their advisory capabilities in data protection and privacy. The role involves advising diverse members on compliance with UK GDPR and PECR, engaging with senior stakeholders and shaping industry standards. This position offers a salary between £38,000 and £42,000 with an excellent benefits package, including hybrid working and professional development opportunities. The successful candidate will play a vital role in a collaborative, purpose-led culture.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in data protection or privacy.
• Comfortable engaging senior stakeholders.
• Ability to present complex concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Advise members on data protection and privacy compliance.
• Deliver consultations and guidance on UK GDPR and PECR.
• Shape how organisations apply legislation in marketing.

Skills

Data protection expertise

Privacy regulation knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Consultative skills

Job description

Salary £38K - £42K Plus Benefits - 1-2 days per week London HQ

Are you a data protection and privacy specialist ready to shape best practice across an entire industry rather than advising just one organisation?

Our client is a highly respected UK membership and trade association in the data-driven marketing space, employing circa 50 people and operating at the centre of its sector. We are working with them on a mandated, exclusive assignment, extending a long-standing partnership where we typically support commercial and growth roles within membership bodies.

Due to increased member demand, regulatory complexity, and organisational growth, they are now appointing a Legal & Compliance Manager to strengthen their advisory capability.

This is a highly visible role combining external advisory work with internal subject-matter leadership, supporting members operating in complex data-driven marketing environments. You will advise a diverse membership base on data protection, privacy, and marketing compliance, delivering consultations, guidance, and practical interpretation of legislation. The role plays a critical part in shaping how organisations apply UK GDPR, PECR, and related frameworks in real-world marketing contexts. Success will be measured by trusted member relationships, high-quality advice, and contribution to industry standards.

We are looking for a confident, credible legal or compliance professional with hands-on experience in data protection, privacy, or marketing regulation. This could suit someone from consultancy, an in-house advisory role, a regulatory body, or a charitable or membership organisation seeking broader exposure. You will be comfortable engaging senior stakeholders, presenting complex concepts clearly, and acting as a recognised subject-matter expert. Over time, the role offers scope to support and mentor future hires, evolving into a people-leadership position as the team grows.

The organisation offers a collaborative, purpose-led culture where expertise is valued and professional development is actively supported. The salary range for this role is £38,000–£42,000, alongside an excellent benefits package including 23 days’ holiday plus additional days at Christmas, increasing with service, pension, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, and an employee assistance programme. The role operates on a hybrid basis, with two days per week in a central London office near Holborn. To find out more, apply now.