Data Protection Advisor

At Frasers Group we're rethinking retail. Through digital innovation and unique store experiences, we're serving our consumers with the world's best sports, premium and luxury brands globally. As a leader in the industry, we're elevating the retail experience for our consumers through our collection of established brands, including Sports Direct, FLANNELS, USC, Frasers, and GAME.

• Think without limits - Think, think fast, think fearlessly
• Own it and back yourself - Own the basics, own your role and own the results
• Be relevant - Relevant to our people, our partners and the planet

• Support the Data Protection Manager in the delivery of the Group's data protection compliance framework.
• Act as a point of contact for internal teams, providing clear and practical advice on data protection matters.
• Assist with responding to data subject rights requests (including access, erasure, objection, and restriction).
• Support the handling, investigation and documentation of personal data breaches, working with stakeholders across the business.
• Maintain data protection records, including RoPAs, DPIAs, LIAs and other governance documentation.
• Review and advise on data protection clauses in contracts, data processing agreements and supplier arrangements.
• Support privacy impact assessments for new projects, products and systems.
• Assist with training and awareness initiatives across the Group.
• Monitor regulatory developments and contribute to policy updates and continuous improvement activities.
• Provide administrative support to the Data Protection team where required.

• Frasers Champion - Employees are recognized monthly, with 8 winners receiving double their pay for a month.
• Retail Reconnect - Employees can spend one to two days each year at a store or warehouse to gain product and customer insight.
• Fearless 1200 - Rewards programme linked to performance milestones, described in a video available to all employees.
• Frasers Fit - Free gym classes and discounted memberships, plus a wellbeing app with training, nutrition and lifestyle advice.
• Retail Trust - Free access to a wellbeing helpline, counselling, and financial/legal support.

• Experience working in a data protection, privacy, compliance or governance role (in-house or consultancy).
• Strong understanding of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and PECR.
• Ability to interpret complex requirements and deliver practical, business-friendly advice.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Comfortable managing small projects and multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and high professional standards.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• A positive, proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop.

• ICO/DPA-related training or certification (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, BCS).
• Experience with in a retail or fast-paced commercial environment.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001 and data governance frameworks.
• Understanding of privacy in emerging technologies (e.g., AI, biometrics).