VodafoneThree - Privacy By Design Assistant - 12 Months FTC

VodafoneThree; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vodafone benefits

Job summary

VodafoneThree is seeking a privacy professional to join the Privacy Team in Newbury on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will support Privacy by Design, assess data protection impact, and work with stakeholders to manage privacy risks while enabling business growth.

You will contribute to training and guidance, stay updated on privacy developments, and help embed best practices across projects in a hybrid office/remote setup.

Qualifications

• Experience with data protection and Privacy by Design practices in a corporate setting.
• Experience conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and applying privacy risk controls.
• Familiarity with large customer data sets in a B2C environment and regulatory changes.

Responsibilities

• Support Privacy by Design activities and ensure compliance with data protection laws.
• Assist in DPIAs, identifying risks and providing guidance to mitigate them.
• Collaborate with multiple functions to deliver balanced, commercially-sound privacy advice.

Skills

Privacy by Design

Data protection

Stakeholder comms

Education

Privacy qualification

Job description

Location: Newbury + Hybrid

Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits

Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday

Duration: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country. You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started. Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth.

What You’ll Do

At VodafoneThree, you’ll have the opportunity to help shape privacy best practice at one of the most exciting moments in the UK telecoms industry. As part of the Privacy team, you’ll support the delivery of Privacy by Design across a business that is creating the UK's largest mobile network provider. You’ll work alongside talented colleagues and trusted stakeholders to ensure privacy is embedded into business initiatives from the outset. In doing so, you’ll help protect our customers, enable innovation, and contribute to a culture where responsible decision-making, continuous improvement, and collaboration thrive.

• You’ll support the delivery of Privacy by Design activities, helping the business comply with data protection legislation and regulatory requirements
• You’ll complete and review Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), providing practical, risk-based privacy guidance to support business initiatives
• You’ll assist in assessing and managing personal data breaches, ensuring appropriate actions and mitigations are identified and implemented
• You’ll build collaborative relationships across VodafoneThree, working closely with colleagues from a variety of functions to deliver balanced and commercially focused privacy advice
• You’ll help identify, assess, and manage privacy risks, ensuring appropriate controls and assurance frameworks are applied
• You’ll contribute to training, guidance, and awareness activities that empower teams to make informed privacy decisions
• You’ll champion process improvements, helping to simplify, automate, and scale privacy processes to enhance efficiency and business self-service capabilities
• You’ll work with stakeholders to refine ways of working and embed privacy best practice across projects and operational activities
• You’ll keep up to date with developments in privacy, technology, and telecommunications regulation, sharing insights and knowledge with colleagues
• You’ll contribute to a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing team environment where ideas, learning, and continuous improvement are encouraged
• You’ll help deliver timely, pragmatic privacy support that enables business growth while maintaining strong compliance standards

Who You Are

• You’ll bring experience working within data protection and Privacy by Design environments, ideally supported by a degree and/or recognised privacy qualification
• You’ll have experience conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments and applying Privacy by Design principles in practice
• You’ll understand the challenges and opportunities of working with large customer data sets within a B2C environment
• You’ll be motivated to develop your knowledge of the technology and telecommunications sectors, with an interest in emerging legal and regulatory trends
• You’ll take ownership of your work, using initiative to progress tasks while knowing when to seek guidance and collaborate with others
• You’ll combine sound judgement with commercial awareness, helping balance risk management with business priorities and strategic objectives
• You’ll be comfortable analysing complex information, identifying key insights, and translating them into practical, achievable recommendations
• You’ll communicate clearly and confidently, adapting your style to support understanding and informed decision-making across diverse audiences
• You’ll build trusted relationships with stakeholders and work constructively to achieve shared goals and positive business outcomes
• You’ll proactively identify risks and opportunities for improvement, contributing ideas that strengthen processes, governance, and efficiency
• You’ll demonstrate a growth mindset, actively seeking feedback, embracing development opportunities, and taking ownership of your continuous learning
• You’ll be an inclusive and collaborative team player who values different perspectives, supports colleagues, shares knowledge, and helps create a culture where everyone can succeed
• You’ll bring enthusiasm, curiosity, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes that make a meaningful impact for customers, colleagues, and the business

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly?

We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

We believe that everyone has valuable contributions to make. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions within our team. Through the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme, we aim to offer interviews to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities who best meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If you would like to participate in the scheme, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application.

What We Offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.

Need to Know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/) for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.

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