Are you an experienced in Data Privacy and GDPR? My client who is on the outskirts of Exeter are looking for a Compliance Officer to join them. As the company are quite unique in what they do, specific industry experience is not required. They have a wonderful team culture and this role will see you dealing with all departments, so naturally you will be a people person and be driven to do the best by your colleagues and clients and committed to continuous improvement.
As the Compliance Officer you will have both an external and internal focus. You will be the contact for all clients ensuring that the company’s policies and procedures meets their requirements. Internally, this will range from ensuring all employees are aware and working to the agreed standard, as well as things like checking new starters have been taken through their induction (that you will do), internal apps are being used correctly through to admin rights being correctly assigned. Another example is being involved in the data compliance side of procurement.
What will your role as Compliance Officer include?
Leading all compliance activities including auditing and data protection in relation to customers, suppliers and stakeholders
Meeting and exceeding obligations for data protection
Conducting internal audits on the company’s procedures and processes
Data analysis
Create reports for the Senior Management Team
Ensure relevant stakeholders are bought in to the need for audits and compliance
Manage and resolve any issues that arise from audits
Be a subject matter expert for the business on GDPR, QMS and ISMS
Carry out all related risk assessments
Develop security and compliance policies
Coordinate with different department managers to review all departmental compliance policies
Perform periodic audits on company procedures and processes
Ensure certifications held are relevant and up to date
Assess the implementation of improvements.
The skills and experience we are looking for:
Degree level
Experienced in Data Privacy and GDPR
Great communication skills
Deadline and detail driven
Customer focus (internally and externally)
Strategic and commercial awareness
Experienced in Data Analysis
Excel skills – advanced
Certified GDPR Foundation and Practitioner Combination (desirable)
Qualified 9001 Auditor (desirable)
Qualified 27001 Auditor (desirable).
The role is offered on part time (24 hours) or full-time basis. If part time, the company are flexible on the hours and days that you work. When you are back in the office you will love the working environment and they also have a great benefits package! To be a part of this exciting team and be an integral part of the businesses continued growth, don’t delay in sending your CV to Lisa!