Senior Privacy Analyst

Rolls-Royce SMR

. Lead the day-to-day operation of core privacy processes, including managing all Data Subject Requests .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeDerby • United KingdomSenior💰 £50,650 - £66,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in UK GDPR compliance, operational privacy processes, and risk-based decision-making. Capable of managing Data Subject Requests, conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments, and maintaining Records of Processing Activities while engaging effectively with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

UK GDPR ComplianceData Subject Request HandlingData Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)Record of Processing Activities (ROPA) ManagementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Data Protection Act 2018Privacy PrinciplesOperational Privacy ProcessesRisk-Based Decision-MakingData Breach Response

Soft Skills

Strong Stakeholder Engagement Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

IAPP CIPP/EIAPP CIPMIAPP CIPT

Industry Keywords

Data PrivacyPrivacy ControlsPrivacy ProgrammeDPIA ProcessBPSS ClearanceDBS CheckFinancial Probity Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the day-to-day operation of core privacy processes, including managing all Data Subject Requests
Own and maintain the Record of Processing Activities and drive updates across the organisation
Establish and operationalise the DPIA process, ensuring privacy is embedded in projects
Act as the first point of contact for privacy queries
Support data breach responses
Report directly to the Head of Information Management and external Data Protection Officer
Strengthen and evolve the organisation's risk-based privacy controls and privacy programme

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid understanding of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, privacy principles, and operational privacy processes
Experience delivering privacy activities such as DSR handling, DPIAs, ROPA management, and risk-based decision-making
Strong stakeholder engagement skills
Applicants will be required to obtain BPSS clearance
Satisfactory completion of a DBS check
Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
IAPP qualifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM or CIPT are beneficial but not essential

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance related bonus of up to 12.5%
Benefits Allowance of £2,200
12% employer and 6% employee pension contributions
28 days holiday plus public holidays
Ability to buy or sell up to 4 holiday days
BUPA single cover private medical insurance
Life Assurance of 6x pensionable pay
£250 one-off payment for new starters for home office purchases
Flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Opportunities for career growth
Continuous learning opportunities