Senior Privacy & Data Protection Leader

IQ-EQ; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private health and dental cover

Life assurance

Gym membership discount

Hybrid working model

Training and development

Job summary

IQ-EQ is seeking a seasoned Data Protection professional to support the Group Data Protection Team and the DPO in operationalising the privacy and data protection risk management framework. The role focuses on providing expert guidance, developing policies, and driving compliance across the organisation.

You will lead audits, engage with stakeholders, and deliver training to promote best practices. The position offers a hybrid working model with strong development opportunities within a leading

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in data protection and privacy management.
• GDPR competency and knowledge of current data protection regulations.
• Expert-level knowledge in developing and implementing data protection frameworks and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance on data protection compliance across the organisation.
• Develop, implement, and maintain data protection policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and assessments to identify risks and improvements.
• Engage with stakeholders to embed data protection in business operations.
• Lead data protection impact assessments and advise on regulatory obligations.
• Design and deliver training programmes to promote data protection awareness.

Skills

Data protection

Privacy management

GDPR

Education

IAPP CIPP/E

CIPM

Data protection certificate

Job description

IQ-EQ is seeking a seasoned Data Protection professional to support the Group Data Protection Team and the DPO in operationalising the privacy and data protection risk management framework. The role focuses on providing expert guidance, developing policies, and driving compliance across the organisation.

You will lead audits, engage with stakeholders, and deliver training to promote best practices. The position offers a hybrid working model with strong development opportunities within a leading