Data Protection Specialist - Privacy & Compliance Lead

Volkswagen Group; Stanford on Avon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

VWFS UK is seeking a knowledgeable Data Protection Specialist to join our Legal & Compliance Team. You will ensure compliance with UK data protection laws, advise business units and senior leaders, support the DPO, and lead initiatives from DPIAs to breach management.

The role involves engaging with regulators, maintaining ROPA, managing DSARs, and driving continuous improvement in data privacy and compliance within a dynamic, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Proven data protection advisory experience in Compliance/Legal functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on UK data protection laws and regulatory changes.
• Maintain Registers of Processing Activities (ROPA).
• Assist DPIAs and lead data breach oversight and reporting.
• Serve as a point of contact for DSARs, complaints and litigation topics.
• Collaborate with Legal & Compliance to resolve privacy issues.
• Drive monitoring activities to improve compliance and efficiency.

Skills

Data protection knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

DPIA experience

DSAR handling

Risk management

Job description

VWFS UK is seeking a knowledgeable Data Protection Specialist to join our Legal & Compliance Team. You will ensure compliance with UK data protection laws, advise business units and senior leaders, support the DPO, and lead initiatives from DPIAs to breach management.

The role involves engaging with regulators, maintaining ROPA, managing DSARs, and driving continuous improvement in data privacy and compliance within a dynamic, regulated environment.