Associate - Privacy Oversight and Compliance | Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

Royal Bank of Canada; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global organization as an Associate in Privacy Oversight and Compliance. This role supports the Wealth Management division, focusing on governance and risk management in privacy. Ideal for self-starters with strong communication and analytical skills. Enjoy flexible working options and a comprehensive rewards program.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

World-class training program in financial services

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services or regulated sector.
• Understanding of GDPR and Privacy Risk Management.

Responsibilities

• Support governance to manage and mitigate Privacy Risks.
• Provide oversight and advice on DSARs.
• Engage with stakeholders for Privacy by Design.

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Communication

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Associate - Privacy Oversight and Compliance

Associate - Privacy Oversight and Compliance

Royal Bank of Canada Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Associate - Privacy Oversight and Compliance

Royal Bank of Canada Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Associate - Privacy Oversight and Compliance

Job Summary

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

You will join the second line Privacy Team to support on monitoring, oversight and integration of the newly expanded Wealth Management - Europe (WME) division. If you are a self-starter who is an excellent communicator, detail-oriented and organised, and you are looking to develop your Privacy career, this is a great opportunity to join a prestigious global organisation at a transformative time for its WME business.

You will be responsible for supporting the business and our first line Privacy colleagues to develop and embed governance that ensures we effectively oversee, manage and mitigate Privacy Risks. In practice, we do this through our WME Record of Processing, DSAR procedures, Privacy Risk Assessments, issues management, monitoring, reporting and our training and awareness programme.

RBC operates a "3 lines of defence" model: As second line, you will have lots of opportunities to engage with the wider Global Privacy Office to help support Group Policy framework implementation and oversight.

This is an excellent chance to join us in a visible, cross-cutting role which will give you exposure to many parts of the business and the global Privacy Programme.

What will you do?

• Work with WME Line 1 Risk Teams to ensure that Group Privacy Risk Framework and Policies are implemented and maintained across WME.
• Operate oversight processes to ensure our Privacy Risk processes and controls are in place and effective.
• Support development and implementation of the control framework, with Line 1 colleagues.
• Provide oversight and advice on DSARs.
• Provide advice on BAU data privacy matters, including marketing and privacy notice obligations. Working with stakeholders to review project proposals for Privacy by Design.
• Raise, oversee and provide advice on privacy risks and issues using RBC systems
• Carry out third party engagement reviews and engage with colleagues in other SME specialisms where needed to resolve issues or risks.
• Represent Privacy on change governance forums
• Review training and guidance to ensure in line with Group Policy

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Experience within the financial services industry (or other highly regulated sector) and good business acumen
• Understanding of GDPR, Privacy Risk Management and data governance
• Self-starter, organised, cooperative, with excellent attention to detail and collaborative working style
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts in a concise and understandable way to stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (PowerPoint, Word)

Nice-to-have

• Working knowledge of databases, queries and reports
• Awareness / understanding of a global Privacy Program framework
• Privacy software skills experience
• Experience of participating in projects with multiple stakeholders, and navigating large complex organisations
• Stakeholder management / facilitation of meetings and strong administrative skills and experience

What is in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Flexible working options fully supported.

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Job Skills

Audits Compliance, Critical Thinking, Data Gathering Analysis, Decision Making, Industry Knowledge, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Product Services, Risk Management, Strategic Thinking

Additional Job Details

Address:

32 GALLOWGATE:NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

City:

Newcastle upon Tyne

Country:

United Kingdom

Work hours/week:

35

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Posted Date:

2025-05-15

Application Deadline:

2025-05-25
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

I nclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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