Data Protection Specialist - Hybrid, Privacy & Compliance

Babcock International; United States; Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Matched pension scheme

Access to Digital GP & health checks

Employee share scheme

Flexible working

Leave for Reservists

Be Kind Day

Dynamic working environment

Job summary

Babcock is seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support and enhance the organisation's data protection programme across a complex, international footprint. You will advise colleagues on privacy requirements, assist with DPIAs, DSARs, and data retention, and help embed a culture of privacy by design while coordinating with the Group Head of Data Protection.

The role is full time with hybrid working, offering exposure across defence, aerospace, and engineering sectors, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK GDPR, DP Act 2018 and core principles.
• Experience in compliance, risk, governance, information security, or data protection environments.
• Understanding of DPIAs, DSARs, Records of Processing Activities, data retention, lawful basis, and data breaches.
• Strong analytical skills with practical recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on data protection requirements and best practices.
• Support data protection compliance activities aligned with UK legislation and internal policies.
• Assist with personal data risk management, privacy assessments, and governance processes.
• Deliver training and awareness initiatives to foster a culture of privacy.
• Monitor, report, and support continuous improvement of data protection controls.

Skills

UK GDPR knowledge

Data protection compliance

Risk assessment

Privacy by design

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree level or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Babcock is seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support and enhance the organisation's data protection programme across a complex, international footprint. You will advise colleagues on privacy requirements, assist with DPIAs, DSARs, and data retention, and help embed a culture of privacy by design while coordinating with the Group Head of Data Protection.

The role is full time with hybrid working, offering exposure across defence, aerospace, and engineering sectors, and opportunities for