Data Privacy/Protection Manager

The Data Privacy/Protection Manager takes day to day ownership of data protection compliance at ERM working closely with other key stakeholders in Legal, Compliance, HR, and IT. They develop data protection procedures, guidelines, and controls across the data lifecycle from data collection, processing, storage, transfer, and disposal. They also provide technical advice in partnership with Data Protection Officer service providers on matters relating to data protection compliance. This role will act as the operational contact in the company, and be familiar with structures, processes, and internal issues. It will be the interface between the ERM and any external data protection suppliers. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Offering timely and pragmatic privacy advice across the whole of ERM, while balancing regulatory requirements and business interests. Conducting relevant data privacy impact assessments, reviewing how data is used across the business and maintaining relevant registers of processing activities. Drafting responses to data protection questions contained in tenders and client questionnaires. Managing international data transfers and ensuring contracts with a privacy risk or component have appropriate privacy clauses. Responding to data incidents and Data Subject Access Requests including containment, mitigation, and making external notifications. Leading on developing, maintaining and updating ERM privacy program including risk assessment, policies and procedures risk assessment, training and monitoring. Horizon scanning for privacy related developments which may affect ERM and helping to ensure ongoing compliance. Liaising and managing of external data privacy suppliers Key Qualifications: An undergraduate Degree at the minimum A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in data protection/privacy. Data protection certification such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) or Certified Privacy Manager (CIPM) preferably Experience of working within an international organization and the legal framework within which they operate Capable of managing workload independently, prioritizing tasks, and delivering high quality work Excellent communication skills and excellent judgment Able to build and sustain effective working relationships Enjoys knowledge sharing and seek opportunities for continuous improvement Full-time position based in Europe. At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a “boots to boardroom” leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet. ERM Homepage