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Data Protection Manager
Data Protection Manager
Location: Goodwood
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd is looking for a dedicated Data Protection Manager to join its Governance team, ensuring the company safeguards its reputation as a global luxury brand by fostering excellence in Data Privacy, Information Protection, and Trade Compliance. This critical role drives a collaborative approach to governance, balancing risk mitigation with enabling business innovation.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage Governance Systems
- Maintain and improve global and local compliance frameworks across Data Privacy, Information Protection, and Trade Compliance.
- Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements while enabling efficient business operations.
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Data Protection Subject Matter Expert (SME)
- Act as the trusted advisor for privacy-related matters across Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.
- Embed privacy by design and default into business processes.
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Compliance Culture & Awareness
- Develop and deliver training, communications, and briefings to foster a proactive compliance culture.
- Promote privacy awareness at all organizational levels.
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Risk & Compliance Governance
- Conduct risk assessments, spot checks, and control effectiveness reviews.
- Generate management reports for the local Board and central functions.
- Monitor compliance using measurement frameworks.
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Champion Proactive Compliance
- Lead and inspire a global network of compliance champions.
- Align efforts with organizational risks while supporting innovation.
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Regulatory & Business Risk Management
- Stay ahead of emerging regulatory trends and evaluate current practices.
- Implement innovative, compliant business solutions.
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Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Compliance, Legal, Information Protection, Export Control, and Internal Audit.
- Partner with external suppliers, dealerships, governments, and regulators on agreements and inquiries.
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Balancing Innovation & Compliance
- Drive a collaborative governance approach, ensuring compliance supports—not stifles—innovation.
Key Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- **Depth in Data Privacy **—**proven expertise in UK GDPR & PECR, with the ability to translate legal requirements into practical, actionable guidance.
- Professional Privacy Certification (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM)—mandatory.
- International Work Environment—preferably within a global or automotive industry.
- Experience executing complex privacy assessments, including:
- Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)
- Trade Impact Assessments (TIAs)
- Data Protection Agreements (DPAs) & Supplier Assessments (DSAs)
- Terms of Management (ToMs) & Risk of Processing Activities (RoPAs)
- Stakeholder Influence & Communication—ability to communicate complex privacy issues clearly and persuasively.
- Strong negotiation, facilitation, and networking skills with a collaborative mindset.
Preferred & Desirable Qualifications
- Knowledge of global privacy regulations (e.g., LGPD, CCPA, DPD-enriched AESG standards).
- IT systems & architecture expertise, particularly data management.
- ISO 27001, NIST, or other IT security certificates—advantageous.
- Additional qualifications in Information Security or International Trade.
- Emerging Tech Awareness—familiarity with AI governance and evolving compliance frameworks.
- Commercial awareness and ability to interpret and present data succinctly.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills).
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Soft & Intangible Requirements
- Entrepreneurial spirit with strong project management capabilities.
- Introduction to the Role
- Drive corporate culture initiatives, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.
- Customer Service Mindset (both internal and external interactions).
Locations & Working Arrangements
- Based in Goodwood with a role contributing to a global team.
- Flexible work arrangements encouraged—discuss your needs as part of the application.
Closing Date & Next Steps
- Closing Date: Wednesday, 17th June.
- Attractive background screening process (references, right to work, IT Compliance COIN Check, qualifications verification, etc.).
Commitment to Equality & Diversity
BMW Group (owner of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd since 2003) places high importance on equal treatment and opportunities. All recruiting decisions are based on skills, experience, and potential.
Link for further exploration—:** [Rolls-Royce Careers Page](insert mock link placeholder) All applications undergo rigorous screening; successful candidates will proceed to further interviews and assessments.
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