Data Protection & HR Data Lead

DS Smith are looking for an experienced Data Protection and HR Data Lead to join the team.

The successful candidate should possess a balanced combination of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, project management skills, and the ability to navigate a complex organisational environment while fostering collaboration and driving data protection compliance initiatives. Reporting into our Head of Privacy, from a technical expertise perspective, the Data Protection and HR Data Lead role would require the following key competencies:

Comprehensive knowledge of data protection regulations:

• In-depth understanding of GDPR, including data subject rights, data processing agreements, data transfer mechanisms, and privacy notices
• Familiarity with other relevant data protection regulations and their applicability

Data governance and compliance management:

• Expertise in developing and implementing data governance frameworks, policies, processes, and standards
• Ability to conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and maintain records of processing activities (ROPAs)
• Experience in setting and monitoring compliance performance targets and metrics

Project management and stakeholder engagement:

• Strong project management skills to coordinate and monitor data protection initiatives across the organization
• Ability to effectively communicate with and influence stakeholders at various levels, including senior management
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with IT teams on security incidents and remediation

Training and awareness:

• Proficiency in developing and delivering data protection training programs
• Ability to create engaging and effective training materials and awareness campaigns

Data protection management systems:

• Hands-on experience with data protection management tools like OneTrust
• Expertise in system configuration, user management, and data mapping
• Ability to leverage system capabilities for workflow automation, reporting, and compliance monitoring

HR data management:

• In-depth understanding of HR data lifecycle, risks, and best practices
• Ability to analyse and provide recommendations for HR data management
• Familiarity with HR data transformation projects and initiatives

Technical and analytical skills:

• Knowledge of technical and organizational measures for data protection
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation
• Ability to understand and work with complex systems and data structures
• Ability to interpret requirements and visualise data through PowerBI

Soft skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Adaptability to work in a pragmatic and evidence-based environment

Industry experience:

• Understanding of the manufacturing industry and its data protection challenges
• Experience working in an international or multi-regional organization
• Familiarity with project delivery methodologies and tools

Location: Hybrid from home and Paddington

About us

It's a very exciting time to join DS Smith as we are a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, paper products and recycling services in more than 30 different countries.

To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.

Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.