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This role will be instrumental in supporting the development, maintenance and enhancement of Collinson's data protection compliance framework. Working as part of the Data Protection team, the role will focus on ensuring data protection policies, procedures, guidance documents, templates and governance materials are accurate, consistent, practical and aligned with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. The role will help strengthen accountability, improve framework maturity and support the business in applying data protection requirements in a clear, proportionate and risk-based way.\nKey Responsibilities\nSupport the maintenance and enhancement of Collinson's data protection compliance framework, ensuring policies, standards, procedures and guidance remain accurate, practical and aligned to applicable data protection laws.\nReview, update and develop data protection policies, process documents, templates, playbooks, checklists and internal guidance materials.\nWork with the Group DPO and wider Data Protection team to improve the structure, consistency and accessibility of core data protection documentation.\nSupport the embedding of data protection governance processes across the business, including clear ownership, escalation routes, approval flows and evidence of compliance.\nAssist with the implementation and ongoing improvement of the organisation's data protection accountability framework, including alignment with recognised regulatory expectations such as the ICO Accountability Framework.\nHelp maintain key data protection governance records, including policy registers, control trackers, action logs, compliance evidence and framework maturity assessments.\nSupport the development of practical guidance for business stakeholders on topics such as lawful basis, transparency, retention, international transfers, DPIAs, process management, records of processing and data protection by design and by default.\nAssist in identifying gaps, inconsistencies or outdated materials within the existing data protection framework and propose proportionate improvements.\nWork with stakeholders across various business functions to gather information and support the implementation of framework improvements.\nSupport the preparation of data protection reporting materials, including progress updates, risk summaries, action plans and governance dashboards.\nContribute to the development and refresh of data protection training and awareness materials, ensuring they reflect current policies, processes and regulatory expectations.\nAssist with the rollout and communication of updated data protection policies, procedures and guidance to relevant business areas.\nSupport readiness activities for audits, assurance reviews and regulatory accountability requirements by helping collate documentation and evidence of compliance.\nMonitor and help document changes in internal processes, business activities or regulatory expectations that may require updates to the data protection framework.\nPromote a pragmatic, risk-based approach to data protection governance, ensuring documentation and processes are clear, usable and proportionate for the business.\nKnowledge, Skills and Behaviours\nEssential\nAccredited qualifications in information governance, records management and/or data protection (BCS/CIPP), or equivalent gained through relevant experience.\nExpert knowledge of data protection and applicable legislation across multiple jurisdictions, information security controls and compliance management.\nProven experience in advising on and/or implementing data protection compliance programmes in complex environments.\nAble to explain data protection risks, and how they apply, clearly and in non-technical language to the business.\nProven project management skills with a focus on delivery and results.\nA thorough understanding of best practice in risk management and compliance frameworks.\nAbility to interpret information, identify risk and provide feedback in a clear and concise manner.\nAttention to detail and able to interpret information, make sound decisions and take ownership of issues to resolution.\nExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.\nOrganised, with time management skills and an ability to work under pressure and flexibly to meet business deadlines.\nExperience of using tools and technology to train, communicate and improve risk culture, and demonstrable experience in developing simple, effective and easy-to-adopt policies.\nSolid understanding of regulations, industry standards and leading industry practices.\nReward & Benefits: What's in it for me?\nWe want our people to feel recognised, supported and able to thrive both at work and beyond it.\nWe offer a competitive reward package designed to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing, alongside opportunities to learn, develop and be recognised for the contribution you make. Benefits vary by role and location, and full details will be shared as part of the application process.\nEqual opportunities: Our commitment to inclusion\nCollinson Group is an equal opportunities employer. 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