Data Protection Officer

Job DetailsTitle: Data Protection OfficerLocation: LondonYears of Exp: 15+Salary Range: 60-70K GBP / Annum
Role SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Data Protection Officer (DPO) to lead our privacy and data protection program across the UK and Europe, while providing advisory support to the Asia-Pacific region (primarily Singapore).The successful candidate will serve as the primary advisor on data privacy matters, ensuring compliance with GDPR, the EU AI Act, and other applicable privacy and AI regulations. The role will work closely with Legal, Information Security, Risk, Compliance, HR, Technology, and Business teams to embed privacy-by-design into business processes and technology initiatives.
Key ResponsibilitiesData Protection OfficerAct as the designated Data Protection Officer for UK and European operations.Serve as the primary point of contact for data protection matters.Liaise with regulators and supervisory authorities as required.Advise senior leadership on privacy risks and compliance obligations.Privacy GovernanceMaintain and enhance the enterprise privacy framework.Develop and update privacy policies, standards, and procedures.Ensure privacy-by-design principles are embedded into projects.Oversee Records of Processing Activities (RoPA).Regulatory ComplianceEnsure compliance with:UK GDPREU GDPREU AI ActOther applicable privacy and AI regulationsMonitor emerging regulatory developments and assess business impact.Risk ManagementLead Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs/PIAs).Assess privacy risks associated with new technologies and business initiatives.Review cross-border data transfer mechanisms.Support third-party privacy risk assessments.Incident ManagementAdvise on
personal data breach investigations.Support regulatory notification requirements.Coordinate privacy-related incident response.Stakeholder EngagementPartner with Legal, Security, Compliance, Internal Audit, and Technology teams.Deliver privacy awareness and training programs.Support internal and external audits.Asia-Pacific SupportProvide advisory support to regional privacy initiatives, primarily in Singapore.Collaborate with regional business and compliance teams to ensure alignment with enterprise privacy policies.Required SkillsMandatoryExtensive experience in Data Privacy and Data Protection.Deep knowledge of UK GDPR and EU GDPR.Working knowledge of the EU AI Act.Experience serving as a Data Protection Officer or Deputy DPO.Strong understanding of privacy governance.Experience conducting DPIAs.Experience with cross-border data transfers.Ability to engage with executive stakeholders.PreferredInsurance or Financial Services experience.Knowledge of privacy regulations in
Singapore/APAC.Familiarity with privacy tooling such as:OneTrust (Primary tool in use)Microsoft PurviewVeronisProofpointExperience12-18+ years of professional experience.5+ years in Data Privacy or Data Protection leadership.Previous experience acting as a DPO is highly desirable.
How To Apply:It's easy to apply online; you just need a copy of your up-to-date CV and to follow the step-by step process. Don't worry if you need to make changes - you'll have the opportunity to review and edit your work on the final page, or you can also share resume directly to provided email address. We look forward to receiving your application!
Tech Mahindra is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We promote and support a diverse workforce at all levels of the company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions.

About Us: Tech Mahindra offers technology consulting and digital solutions to global enterprises across industries, enabling transformative scale at unparalleled speed. With 149k+ professionals across 90+ countries helping 1100+ clients, TechM provides a full spectrum of services including consulting, information technology, enterprise applications, business process services, engineering services, network services, customer experience & design services, AI & analytics, and cloud & infrastructure services. It is the first Indian company in the world to have been awarded the Sustainable Markets Initiative's Terra Carta Seal, in recognition of actively leading the charge to create a climate and nature-positive future. Tech Mahindra (NSE: TECHM) is part of the Mahindra Group, founded in 1945, one of the largest and most admired multinational federations of companies.

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