Data Protection Associate
- Job Type:Permanent
Posted 10 days ago
- Sector: Product Development
- Expiry Date: 22 June 2023
- Job Ref: J8421
Data Protection Associate
Join the Access Family and see how we make software ideas become a reality!
Our core value of ‘Love work, Love life’ has been central to our success and so we’re looking for people to join us who share our passion for making things better every day.
Are you ready for the challenge?
What are we all about?
At Access we love software and how technology never stays the same. We’re one of the leading providers of business management software to UK, Ireland and Asia Pacific small and mid-market organizations. It helps more than 55,000 customers across commercial, public sector and not-for-profit sectors become more productive and efficient. Its innovative Access Workspace cloud solutions transform the way business software is used, giving every employee the freedom to do more. Founded in 1991, The Access Group employs more than 4,700 staff. We're passionate about helping our customers stay one step ahead of the challenges facing their industry and business.
Day-to-day, you will:
Continuously improve Access’ compliance maturity against data protection laws applicable to Access
Identify and implement remedial actions re. data protection compliance
Identification, monitoring and mitigation of data protection risks across the business
Fulfilment of DSARs
Respond to internal queries regarding data protection and escalate where appropriate
Respond to complaints regarding data protection and escalate where appropriate
Promote and raise group awareness of the data protection team in a manner consistent with the culture and tone set
More generally you will:
Lead on internal audits to monitor and measure compliance with data protection laws applicable to Access
Support with updates of the data protection eLearning
Identify and achieve relevant accreditations and standards (working closely with other teams such as Information Security)
Take the lead with the roll-out of new and updated data protection policies, processes, notices etc.,
Assist with maintenance of the ROPA
Support Access Group employees with the completion of legitimate interest assessments and data protection impact assessments
Maintain the required registrations with supervisory authorities
Work with a variety of teams, departments and functions to ensure data protection by design and by default
Work with the DPO to identify, develop and manage key data protection objectives, policies and processes that scale efficiently with the successful continuous growth of Access
Skills and experience:
Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
A real passion for data protection and contributing to team knowledge
Ability to collaborate effectively with other teams within Access, including information security, sales and marketing, product development, HR, Legal, and others
Excellent presentation and negotiation skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced team
Good knowledge of UK GDPR, EU GDPR and PECR
Experience working in the technology sector
A high degree of self-awareness and judgement
A strong communicator, both in writing and spoken communications
Desirable skills and experience:
Experience working in a large global organisation
Experience working in a data protection team/function
A data protection qualification
What does Access offer you?
We are a growing software company and we deliver on what we say we do! We take the development of our people very seriously! We will work with you to carve out your success plan and an opportunity to accelerate your career and make a real difference.
In addition to our standard benefits of 25 days holiday, a match contributory pension and healthcare you will get:
A Competitive Salary
Giving Back/Charity days
Quarterly Socials
6 weeks Sabbaticals (after 6 years of service)
The Access Group Big Break: our all-expenses paid holiday to Spain
Become part of our amazing Access family!
At Access we're all about helping everyone Love Work and Love Life because we believe people can only be at their best when they can be themselves, love what they do and do what they love.
We love the fact that we’re all different. Having more diverse perspectives at work improves how we run our business, helps us support our customers, and when you think about it, it's just more fun. So, no matter what makes you individual, as long as you’re qualified, we can’t wait for your application.