Data Protection Manager

Solvd; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A data management company is seeking a Data Protection Manager to lead the data protection strategy and ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR. The successful candidate will maintain and enhance the data protection framework, act as the first point of contact for data protection queries, and deliver training to colleagues. Essential skills include advanced knowledge of GDPR, strong organizational and analytical skills. A competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working, are offered.

Benefits

Discretionary ScotRail Season Ticket (home to work)

Discretionary bonus scheme

Hybrid working (for most roles, after probation)

34 days holiday (including public holidays) with option to buy additional

Generous salary exchange Pension Scheme and Life Assurance Scheme

Flexible dress code

Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of data protection regulations and GDPR.
• Experience with managing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Ability to drive compliance and deliver data protection training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the data protection framework, policies, and processes.
• Act as the first point of contact for data protection queries and breaches.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on data protection initiatives.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of data protection regulations and GDPR

Strong organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office suite)

Education

GDPR qualifications

Experience with ISO 27001

Tools

ISO27001:2022

Job description

Are you passionate about data protection and information security? Do you want to play a key role in safeguarding data and driving compliance across a dynamic organisation?

Description

Solvd. is looking for a Data Protection Manager to join our team and lead on data protection strategy and best practice.

What you’ll do

• Maintain and enhance our data protection framework, policies, and processes to ensure compliance with GDPR and other regulations.
• Drive the implementation and ongoing maintenance of ISO27001:2022 .
• Act as the first point of contact for data protection queries, breaches, and subject access requests.
• Deliver engaging data protection training to colleagues and promote best practice across departments.
• Manage Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and attend group Data Protection Forums.
• Support information security initiatives and contribute to ISO 27001 certification.

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Advanced knowledge of data protection regulations and GDPR.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of information security principles and a willingness to develop further.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with auditors, suppliers, and colleagues.
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Office suite).

Desirable

• GDPR qualifications
• Experience with ISO 27001
• Data protection auditing

For full details refer to the attached Role Profile.

Welcome to your Solvd. Journey

• On-the-job training and continuous personal development opportunities.
• Regular performance feedback and 1:1s to help you succeed.
• Support for family events, personal support, and a focus on having fun in the workplace.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Competitive benefits.

Benefits

• Discretionary ScotRail Season Ticket (home to work)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (for most roles, after probation)
• Living Wage and Living Hours Accredited
• 34 days holiday (including public holidays) with option to buy additional
• Generous salary exchange Pension Scheme and Life Assurance Scheme
• Optional Health Cashplan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Support including mental, physical, financial and social
• Flexible dress code where you can Dress for Your Day!
• Social events including Summer Event and Christmas Party

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role at the heart of our operations, apply today! Please note interviews are likely to take place on 6 January 2026.

Solvd. are Disability Confident accredited and committed member of Inclusive Employers. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you need any support or further information before applying for this role, please get in touch with our People Team via .

Successful completion of security and background checks will be required.

Apply now and choose your ticket to join us on the Solvd. journey! About Solvd. Solvd. provides first class outsourced payroll, financial, customer experience and business processing services. We have high standards for ourselves and ensure value for money for our clients, putting our customers and stakeholders at the heart of our delivery. Our bespoke packages of reliable and timely services are easy to use, and continuous improvement is embedded in the way we work, making us a provider of choice. We have extensive experience in providing complex and large-scale services to UK industries. Solvd. is part of Transport UK Group.