Senior Data Privacy Advisor

Registered office address:  9 Appold Street, London, EC2A 2AP.
Registered in England and Wales ICSG Ltd trading as Acacium Group Company registration number 7268397 Modern Slavery Act Gender Pay Gap Acacium Group Senior Data Privacy Advisor Hybrid working between home and our London office (EC2A 2AP) Full Time, Permanent Monday - Friday / 9am - 5:30pm / 37.5 hours per week Competitive Salary + Annual bonus structure Unlock your potential: Are you ready to take on a pivotal role that shapes the future of data privacy?
We are looking for a Senior Data Privacy Advisor who will be pivotal in ensuring that Acacium Group adheres to global data protection laws and best practices.
This role is responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of a robust global privacy framework that not only tracks compliance with legislative requirements, but also enhances the organisation's reputation by driving excellence in data privacy.
Providing practical guidance on strategic projects and day-to-day operations, this position manages risks associated with data handling, ultimately fostering transparency and trust among clients and stakeholders.
The Senior Data Privacy Advisor will promote a culture of compliance through training and awareness, ensuring that every team and colleague understands the importance of data privacy.
You will add significant value to the organisation by safeguarding data, ensuring compliance with legal obligations and minimising the risk of data breaches.
This role enhances organisational efficiency through the development of standardised privacy documentation and training programmes, thereby fostering a proactive approach to data protection.
Effective management of data rights requests and incidents will contribute to a positive customer experience and will build confidence in Acacium Group's commitment to privacy.
Here at Acacium Group, you will work in a caring culture that prioritises your well-being, is passionate, and delivers with integrity.
Constant and reliable, we care about every colleague having a fulfilling and positive experience as part of our team.
We are a leading healthcare delivery partner which combines access to workforce, technology and sector expertise to increase the sustainability of the global healthcare system from early-stage clinical research, to acute and palliative care.
Every day you will… Develop and maintain a Global Privacy Compliance Framework which ensure privacy practices align with global legislative requirements and that compliance is tracked, documented and a data risk register is maintained.
Providing practical and impactful guidance on strategic projects as well as day to day advice in a timely and accurate manner, escalating material risk as appropriate helping the business to make informed decisions that align with legal requirements and organisational goals  Support the creation and continuous improvement of essential privacy documents (i.e.
ROPAs, DPIAs, Privacy Notices, Retention Schedules, Policies etc.)
thereby enhancing operational efficiency reducing the risk of non-compliance and breaches.
Promote best practice by developing and monitoring training: encouraging and fostering a culture of compliance and creating and conducting regular data protection and marketing training sessions including to data protection champions to raise awareness of responsibilities and data handling Maintaining an up to date central log of data subjects rights requests ensuring accurate and prompt handling of requests from individuals regarding their data rights to ensure we remain compliant with the legislation and will ensure transparency and accountability.
Lead and/or taking part in audits and compliance checks to identify areas for improvement and ensure best practices and managing any necessary action plans in order to continuously improve and enhance privacy practices.
Manage and resolve data incidents and complaints including investigating, responding, assessing and lodging notifications to the relevant data authority within the required deadlines and implementing remediation measures.
Instruct and review advice from external legal counsel to ensure it aligns with Acacium Group's data protection needs.
What's in it for you?
We love exceptional people, and in return, we offer an exciting place to work, with a wide range of benefits, rewards and opportunities to grow your career, including: Dedication to developing you and your career through our dedicated Employee Development Programme Opportunities to enhance your experience and skillset with growth and progression within global organisation Unlimited learning & development opportunities at your fingertips- including fully funded qualifications!
Aviva pension scheme matched up to 5% contribution Gym Flex- discounted gym memberships, UK-wide!
Regular events and incentives Discounted Tastecard membership Reward portal offering discounts on bars, restaurants, shops and cinemas!
Life Assurance, Critical Illness Cover and Private Medical Insurance Opportunities to work from home in a hybrid working model Optional charity involvement with two paid volunteering days a year Annual top performers award with £1000 voucher Join us and make a difference!
If you want to join a global, market-leading organisation who are committed to the human side of business, then look no further.
Acacium Group is the UK's largest healthcare staffing and solutions partner and specialise in healthcare, social care and the life sciences industries.
We are a business with scale, leading digital capabilities and a strong financial profile, with a vision to be the leading global healthcare solutions partner.
We are powered by the best people and have an unrivalled and diverse range of capabilities, all while incorporating our company values into everything we do – Putting People First, Always by your Side, Driven by Excellence.
Join us and play a key part in shaping the future of society and improving people's lives!
To thrive in this role, you must have.. CIPP/E or equivalent with at least 5 years PQE Deep knowledge of data privacy laws/regulations enabling the effective application of these laws in daily operations and strategic projects with a passion for learning and continuous improvement Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, enabling the analysis of complex situations with a focus on solutions.
Expertise in designing and delivering training programmes that foster a culture of compliance, adapting content to meet varying needs through effective communication An ability to analyse complex data privacy issues and provide practical solutions, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation in a timely manner.
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and that all aspects of data privacy compliance are addressed with high levels of accuracy in all documentation, processing, tracking and recording Demonstratable skills in managing relationships with senior stakeholders and providing pragmatic advice and creative solutions with confidence, offering sound, on-the-spot privacy advice that applies expert knowledge Our Inclusion Commitment: We are passionately committed to being a truly inclusive and diverse company- it is at the heart of our core value of Putting People First.
We continue to enhance our culture of inclusion and diversity across all of our roles and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.