Data Privacy Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 6 May 2026
LOCATION
Bristol
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Legal
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SKILLS

Data Protection GDPR DSAR Management Risk Assessment Privacy Compliance Communication OneTrust eDiscovery

FULL DESCRIPTION

Data Privacy Manager

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is looking for a Data Privacy Manager for an 8-month fixed-term contract. This role supports the global Privacy and Data Protection team.

About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the world’s leading veterinary care providers, operating across 20 countries with over 2,400 sites globally. In the UK, we’re the largest veterinary care provider, with around 940 clinics nationwide.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, global Privacy and Data Protection team at an exciting point in its evolution. We are expanding from a UK‑focused privacy model to a more collaborative, international function and this role plays a key part in that journey. We’re looking for a highly organised, detail‑driven Data Privacy Manager with prior data protection experience who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, process‑led environment. You’ll support day‑to‑day privacy operations, handle complex data protection requests. This role suits someone early in their data privacy career who is keen to learn, grow, and gain exposure to global privacy work while making a real impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Monitoring and triaging data protection queries across the business
  • Managing Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) end‑to‑end, including applying exemptions and redactions under UK/EU GDPR
  • Responding to privacy incidents and issues, following defined processes and maintaining accurate records
  • Conducting data searches and coordinating responses with internal stakeholders
  • Maintaining documentation, logs, and records within established privacy frameworks
  • Carrying out basic risk assessments and root‑cause analysis.
  • Providing practical, clear privacy guidance to teams across multiple jurisdictions.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

  • Around 2–3 years’ experience in data privacy, data protection, or a related field.
  • Proven experience handling DSARs under UK and/or EU GDPR.
  • Strong understanding of GDPR and data protection legislation
  • Excellent attention to detail and written accuracy
  • Clear, confident communication skills and a personable working style
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a changing, fast‑paced environment.

Desirable

  • Data protection qualification or certification (e.g. IAPP)
  • Experience using privacy management tools such as OneTrust or similar platforms
  • Experience with eDiscovery or data search tools
  • Background in an in‑house or corporate environment.

What We Offer

  • Work-life balance
  • 26 days annual leave
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
  • Pension
  • Discounted staff pet care
  • Free Parking available at Head Office
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