Data Protection Advisor

Data Protection Advisor (Transformation) – 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Hybrid – 3 days in Milton Keynes (with occasional travel to Leighton Buzzard) and 2 days remote.

Shape the future of data protection while driving innovation within one of the UK’s largest property services groups.

• Support the Data Protection Officer in delivering expert advice and guidance across the Group.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams – including Technology, Legal, Risk, HR, and external partners – to ensure data protection is built into everything we do.
• Support the operational delivery of the Second‑line data protection compliance framework.
• Assist with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new initiatives and transformation programmes.
• Prepare presentations, reports and materials for meetings and stakeholder engagement.
• Maintain and update Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) across Group Companies.
• Support review and improvement of operational data protection processes.
• Assist in data breach management, including initial assessments and documentation.
• Respond to a wide range of data protection queries, including individual rights, marketing and consent.
• Maintain up‑to‑date templates, guidance and documentation.
• Support training and awareness initiatives across the business.
• Assist with third‑party and supplier due diligence.
• Track and monitor remediation actions from compliance reviews.

• Minimum 2‑3 years of experience in a data protection, compliance or privacy‑related role.
• Experience working in a commercial environment (B2C or B2B).
• Understanding of data protection principles and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with data protection operational processes (breach management, rights requests).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex privacy concepts in simple terms.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.

Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

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