Frasers Group
Data Protection Advisor
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Data Protection Advisor – Frasers Group
About the Frasers Group
At Frasers Group, we’re redefining retail through digital innovation and immersive in-store experiences, serving global sports, premium, and luxury brands—including Sports Direct, FLANNELS, USC, Frasers, and GAME.
We believe in:
- "Fearless" thinking – Breaking boundaries to shape the future of retail
- Empowering our people – Elevating careers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Customer-centric excellence – Delivering unmatched brand ecosystems worldwide
We are looking for a commercially minded Data Protection Advisor to support our evolving data protection framework across a multi-brand, high-growth organisation.
Why Join Us?
Our Vision & Purpose
- Build the world’s most admired brand ecosystem
- Elevate lives through accessible premium brands and experiences
Our Culture: "Live and Breathe the Principles"
To thrive at Frasers, you must embody these values:
- Think without limits – Innovate fearlessly and empower your team
- Own it and back yourself – Take accountability for outcomes
- Be relevant – Stay aligned with people, partners, and planetary values
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
You’ll work closely with the Data Protection Manager to deliver a hands-on, commercially aware approach to data protection. Your role spans operational, project-based, and compliance work, offering exposure across the organisation.
- Framework & Governance
- Support the ongoing development of the Group’s data protection compliance framework
- Maintain key documentation (Record of Processing Activities, Data Protection Impact Assessments, Lawful Information Access Logs)
- Review and advise on data protection clauses in contracts, supplier agreements, and Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
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Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as a trusted internal advisor, translating complex UK GDPR/2018 Act/PECR requirements into practical guidance
- Act as the primary data subject rights (DSARs) contact – managing erasures, objections, and data restriction requests
- Provide privacy by design advice for new projects, systems, and business initiatives
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Risk & Incident Management
- Lead personal data breach investigations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and prepare reporting for regulators
- Monitor regulatory developments and propose policy updates for continuous improvement
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Training & Awareness
- Design and deliver data protection training across the Group
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Operational Support
- Assist the Data Protection team with day-to-day priorities
Ideal Candidate Profile The role is ideal for professionals in regulated environments (financial services, banking, insurance, or private sector stability frameworks) with a commercial mindset.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in data protection, compliance, risk, or governance, preferably in a regulated sector
- Deep knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
- Commercial aptitude – Ability to apply complex regulations in a business-focused, risk-aware manner
- Strong organisational skills for managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail with unwavering professionalism
- Excellent communicator who builds relationships across teams and hierarchy levels
- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive, solutions-driven approach
Nice to Have
- Background in financial services, fintech, insurance, or equivalent regulated industries
- Qualifications such as CIPP, CIPM, or BCS in data protection, compliance, or IT governance
- Retail/E-commerce/large scale consumer experience (preferably in a high-volume business)
- Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIMS, or data governance frameworks
- Engagement with emerging tech (AI, biometrics, advanced analytics)
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Career Growth at Frasers Group
Bonus Programme: Fearless 1200
BOLD incentive tied to aligning with our core values and value. Content-dense rewards for living into our culture.
Perks & Benefits
- Frasers Champion – Peer-nominated monthly prize where 8 winners earn double pay for living the values
- Retail Reconnect – 1–2 days store/warehouse visit yearly to connect head office work with the frontline
- Frasers Fit – Free gym classes + discounted full-time membership access to Everlast Gym’s network
- ** Employees' wellbeing programme** supporting physical, financial, and mental wellbeing via:
- Frasers Fit app (free training, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching)
- Retail Trust access –
- 24/7 wellbeing helpline
- employee counselling support
- financial and legal assistance The application process includes behavioural and technical assessments, with the potential for case studies or presentations to showcase skills.
Next Steps Our Recruitment Team reviews every application. Ultimately respond successfully or otherwise. Shortlisted candidates may finalise a few application queries before progressing to a behavioural interview centred on our values alignment. If selected, three sequential interview stages:
Stage 1: Recruiter (Culture & Values-based) Stage 2–3: Team-specific panel (Technical or project challenge)
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