Third Party Data Protection Manager

AXA UK plc; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Bournemouth is seeking a Third Party Data Protection Manager to oversee third-party due diligence and contribute to the Data Privacy Framework. The ideal candidate will have strong data privacy expertise, experience with regulatory compliance, and excellent communication skills. This role demands a solution-driven approach and the ability to work autonomously while managing Data Protection issues effectively. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Annual company & performance-based bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Life Assurance

Private medical cover

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and practical experience of data privacy laws.
• Ability to act calmly in dealing with Data Protection issues.
• Good understanding of the Financial Services industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide data protection expertise to the UK business.
• Contribute to the development of the Third Party Data Privacy Framework.
• Perform assessments of data privacy due diligence.

Skills

Data privacy expertise

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

BCS certificate in Data Protection or equivalent

Degree level education or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Role Overview

AXA UK is looking for a Third Party Data Protection Manager to join our Third Party Risk team. The role reports to the Senior Data Protection Manager and works with our Data Protection experts to oversee third‑party due diligence, technical assessments, and assurance. You will support the remediation of existing third parties, enable data privacy obligations across procurement, and contribute to the development of the Third Party Data Privacy Framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide data protection expertise to the UK business.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of the Third Party Data Privacy Framework, which manages third‑party data privacy risks across the life cycle.
• Ensure First Line data privacy responsibilities are delivered appropriately in relation to third parties.
• Perform assessments of data privacy due diligence, Transfer Risk Assessments (TRAs), completing DPIAs and support the negotiation of data protection provisions and managing data protection assurance.
• Provide clear presentation of data privacy risks and appropriate reporting to the Second Line Data Privacy team, ensuring DPO agreement and effective management of AXA Group requirements, policies and regulatory change.

Essential Criteria / Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and practical experience of data privacy laws, preferably within large multi‑company commercial organisations.
• BCS certificate in Data Protection, or equivalent and/or professional Data Protection qualification (PDP / ISEB / IAPP).
• Degree level education or equivalent professional experience.
• Solution‑driven, pragmatic approach achieving consensus on the best approach to regulatory compliance with major stakeholders.
• Ability to act calmly, rationally and proportionately in dealing with significant and/or potentially reputation‑damaging Data Protection issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to build strong relationships and communicate technical data privacy points with stakeholders at all levels.
• Good understanding of the Financial Services industry and its Data Protection issues; contract negotiation/support experience desirable.
• Ability to work autonomously to achieve objectives and critically work as part of a Business Unit and wider AXA UK Group transversal teams.
• Eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary dependent on experience.
• Annual company & performance‑based bonus.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions).
• Life Assurance (up to 10 × annual salary).
• Private medical cover.
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave.
• Wellbeing services & resources.
• AXA employee discounts.

Equal Opportunities and Inclusion

We believe in hiring people who possess the appropriate skills and values that align with our vision. Our selection process is fair and equitable, ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to join us. We are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we take pride in treating our employees and potential hires with respect and without discrimination based on any protected characteristics.

AXA UK is recognised as a Disability Confident Leader. We actively encourage applications from people who face barriers in the workplace due to a disability or long‑term health condition. We participate in the Disability Confident ‘Offer of Interview’ scheme. Candidates who meet the essential criteria will be offered an interview.

Working Hours and Location

You will work at least two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) in the future. Away from home can mean attendance at an office location, visiting clients, or attending industry events.

Pre‑employment Checks

As a regulated financial services company, all successful candidates will be subject to pre‑employment checks. Adherence to the Prudential Regulation Authority’s (PRA) Insurance Conduct Standards and the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) Conduct Rules will also be required.