Data Protection Assistant

Job Description

The Role 

We're looking for a proactive and organised Data Protection Assistant to support the Group's data protection and privacy activities across our fast-paced, multi-brand business. 

Working closely with the Data Protection Manager and wider team, you'll help ensure personal data is handled responsibly and in line with regulatory requirements. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in data protection, compliance, governance or risk. 

You'll gain exposure to a wide range of business areas, supporting day-to-day privacy operations, documentation, training and stakeholder requests. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support the administration and maintenance of the Group's data protection framework 
• Assist with responding to data subject rights requests, including access, deletion and correction requests 
• Help maintain data protection records and documentation, including processing activity records and risk assessments 
• Support the investigation and documentation of data protection incidents and breaches 
• Assist with supplier due diligence and data protection reviews 
• Help monitor team inboxes and respond to routine privacy-related queries 
• Support privacy reviews for new projects, systems and business initiatives 
• Assist with preparing guidance, communications and awareness materials for employees 
• Help organise and maintain policies, procedures and governance documents 
• Monitor regulatory updates and support the Data Protection team with ongoing improvement initiatives 
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the Data Protection team 

Qualifications

Essential Skills & Experience 

• Previous experience in an administrative, compliance, governance or support role 
• Understanding of UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines 
• Good written and verbal communication skills 
• Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook 
• Eagerness to learn and develop knowledge of data protection and privacy regulations 
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach 

Desirable 

• Exposure to data protection, compliance, governance, risk or legal administration activities 
• Experience working within a regulated environment such as financial services, insurance, healthcare or retail 
• Relevant qualifications or studies in law, business, compliance or information governance 
• Interest in privacy, technology, information security or data governance 

Additional Information

Along with your benefits package we also offer a wide range of perks for our colleagues:

Frasers Champion - Our employees are at the heart of our business and we ensure individuals are recognised every single month for their hard work. Frasers Champion is a peer nominated scheme where 8 winners will receive double their pay for a month where they have lived the Frasers Group values.

Retail Reconnect - In order to build the planets most admired and compelling brand ecosystem, all employees must understand our business, product and customers. Each financial year, head office employees will gain insights by spending one to two days in one of our stores or the warehouse. The goal is to learn how the work you do impacts our teams on the frontline, and to bring ideas back to the office which will improve how we work.

Fearless 1200 - Fearless 1200 is our way of recognising our growth. It’s bold, ambitious, and designed to reward colleagues across the business for living our values and delivering impact. Fearless 1200 links how we perform to how we're rewarded – check out the video link to find out more - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0qmvJofMew

Employee Welfare

Frasers Fit - Our Everlast Gyms Team are on a mission to make our workforce the best, and fittest on the planet! We run free gym classes for employees as well as discounted memberships to our clubs. Frasers Fit is our wellbeing programme which aims to support and improve colleagues Physical, Financial & Mental wellbeing. The app is accessible for every employee and includes training, nutrition and lifestyle advice- all completely free.

Retail Trust - We know that its not just about physical health, mental wellness is equally important which is why all of our employees get free access and support from the Retail Trust charity. This includes a 24 hour wellbeing helpline, wellness hub, counselling and financial/legal support.

What’s next?

Our Recruitment Team will be reviewing applications and all candidates will receive a response, whether you are successful or unsuccessful. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to confirm a few key details before being booked in for a first stage interview with the Recruiter - this will be behaviourally focussed and centred around how you align with our Culture and Values. If successful we anticipate one or two further interview stages with the Hiring Manager/wider team which will be more technically focussed and could include a presentation/task so we can see your skills in action.