Senior Data Privacy & Governance Lead (12‑Month Contract)

Aviva plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm is seeking a Senior Data Privacy Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. Your role will involve ensuring compliance with UK/EU GDPR, protecting personal data, and strengthening the data culture. You will identify and mitigate data protection risks while developing training and policies that support safe data usage. Ideal candidates will have in-depth data protection knowledge, excellent communication skills, and relevant qualifications. The role is located in London and offers competitive benefits, including a pension scheme and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Annual performance bonus eligibility

Family-friendly leave policies

Generous holiday entitlement

Discounts on Aviva products

Private Medical Benefit

Flexible benefits including electric cars

Volunteering hours per year

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in GDPR and related data protection laws.
• Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Experience developing and delivering privacy training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with GDPR and internal governance standards.
• Identify and mitigate data protection risks.
• Develop and implement data privacy policies and guidelines.

Skills

Knowledge of data protection laws and regulations (GDPR)

Understanding of information security principles

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

IAPP CIPP/E or equivalent data protection qualification

Experience in an IT environment

Job description

A leading investment management firm is seeking a Senior Data Privacy Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. Your role will involve ensuring compliance with UK/EU GDPR, protecting personal data, and strengthening the data culture. You will identify and mitigate data protection risks while developing training and policies that support safe data usage. Ideal candidates will have in-depth data protection knowledge, excellent communication skills, and relevant qualifications. The role is located in London and offers competitive benefits, including a pension scheme and flexible work arrangements.