Data and Privacy Manager (Part Time)

Data and Privacy Manager (Part Time)

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is the leading voice of 5.5 million small businesses and the self-employed across the UK. Since 1974, we've supported people to start, run and grow their own business. With market-leading benefits, local support, financial expertise, networking events and more, we provide our members with all the tools they need to succeed in business. We’re also the UK’s leading business campaigner, focused on delivering change on issues that matter most. With teams across the UK, we work with governments and decision-makers to make real change happen.

We are currently seeking an experienced Data and Privacy Manager to inform and advise FSB and its employees on data security, data protection and GDPR.

What will you do?

This is an interesting and varied role. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of the information governance and data and privacy accountability framework, project support, training and development and line management as well as business as usual tasks.

Key Areas of Accountability include:

• Monitoring and advising on FSB’s compliance with data protection law and good practice and championing the highest standards in data protection.
• Leading on the development and effective management of FSB’s information security, privacy management and accountability frameworks, including relevant policies and practices to ensure they are in line with the GDPR and other relevant legislation.
• Managing data and privacy policy and practice throughout FSB in line with the relevant laws and ICO guidance
• Managing the GDPR accountability principle by the maintenance and development of an appropriate framework
• Conducting internal audits to ensure FSB policy and procedure is adhered to Ensuring adequate data mapping and DPIAs are undertaken and recorded as appropriate
• Developing/enhancing the information security and personal information management systems (ISMS and PIMS)
• Ensuring all new and inflight projects are supported with the appropriate level of data and privacy expertise
• Advising the business on relevant case law and other legal and regulatory developments
• Managing the network of departmental Data Champions to ensure they have the skills and tools to support their data activity Managing the Data Protection Assistant

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

• Substantial experience working within a data privacy and compliance environment Working knowledge of compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act and PECR in practice as well as cyber security
• Management of data and privacy issues in a large, multisite organisation
• Reporting to Board level stakeholders
• Training and developing others
• Experience of implementing privacy and data protection compliance programmes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and the ability to summarise technical and legal issues and explain them clearly

FSB is dedicated to helping small businesses survive through these difficult times, and we value our staff enough to provide highly competitive rates of pay, benefits, and internationally recognised qualifications. We believe your work life balance is important, so our working hours don’t include weekend or evening work. We provide you with all the tools, skills and support to help our members every day, and help you develop your skills through teamwork and relationship building. We believe diversity is the key to success, and we encourage people from all walks of life and backgrounds to come and join us. Our inclusive environment allows all our employees to bring their whole selves to work

In addition to a fulfilling career with FSB, you’ll also benefit from:

• 26 days holidays per year plus bank holidays with the option to buy 3 days with your Annual Flex Pot*
• Annual Flex Pot* to spend on benefits including additional pension, additional holidays, additional critical illness cover, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership Health cash plan* (Access to claim back numerous benefits, including towards dental treatment, optical, chiropody, physiotherapy, counselling, health and wellbeing)
• Critical illness and income protection insurance*
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Access to an employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders Group Personal Pension (GPP)

*Applicable on completion of probationary period and subject to terms

Additional information

All applicants must be able to provide at interview stage their highest education certificates as listed on their CV and verification of their eligibility to work in the UK.

As an equal opportunities employer, FSB is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is a strong case for the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda and aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace, where all employees can bring their whole self to work. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply and join FSB. Candidates with a disability who require reasonable adjustments should contact the HR department.

Applicants are advised to apply early. We reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications are received. If you are successful and short listed for interview you will be contacted by email.

Location: Blackpool Airport, GB

Posted Date: 11/25/2024