Senior Data Protection Officer

Harnham; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Data Protection Officer to enhance their data protection framework. This role involves supporting compliance programs, advising on data regulations, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in compliance or data protection and a strong understanding of GDPR. This hybrid position offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Bonus

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a compliance, DPO, or data protection role.
• Strong understanding of UK and international data protection regulations.
• Experience working in a regulated or professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the firm’s data protection compliance programme, policies, and governance.
• Provide advice on data handling, privacy risks, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure data compliance.

Skills

Experience in a compliance, DPO, or data protection role

Understanding of UK and international data protection regulations

Confident communicator

Job description

Senior Data Protection Officer

Edinburgh (Hybrid: 1 day per week in office)

£85,000 + Bonus

A leading global professional services firm is looking for a Senior Data Protection Officer to join their team and play a key role in data protection and regulatory compliance. With offices across the UK, Europe, and Asia, this is an opportunity to join a respected organisation that has been supporting financial institutions and corporate clients internationally for over 60 years.

The Role

Working within a collaborative compliance function, you’ll support the firm’s data protection framework and ensure ongoing alignment with global privacy and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the firm’s data protection compliance programme, policies, and governance.
• Provide advice on data handling, privacy risks, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure data compliance across operations and client engagements.
• Contribute to training, awareness, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• 3–5 years’ experience in a compliance, DPO, or data protection role.
• Strong understanding of UK and international data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR).
• Experience working in a regulated or professional services environment (e.g. financial services, consultancy).
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.

Interview Process

• Introductory call
• Technical data protection scenario and presentation.
• Final discussion and sign-off interview.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global firm with a client-first, consultative approach, where you’ll help shape the future of their data protection practices.