Data Protection Analyst

Data Protection Analyst

Location: Dublin (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week)

Travel: Occasional travel to the Cork office (approximately 2-3 times per year)

Contract Duration: 12-15 months

Potential: Opportunity for extension or permanency

Rate: €241.45 Daily Pay Rate

The Role

This is a hands-on operational Data Protection role, supporting Data Subject Requests, data breaches and complaints, privacy assessments, compliance monitoring, KPI reporting, and a broad range of day-to-day Data Protection activities.

The role also involves supporting projects, training initiatives, and other operational activities within the Data Protection Office. Full training on team processes and procedures will be provided during the initial onboarding period; however, the ideal candidate will be able to quickly become hands-on, work independently, and contribute effectively across a range of data protection and compliance matters.

What You Will Be Doing

• Supporting the actioning of Data Subject Requests.
• Assisting with the investigation of data protection-related complaints, enquiries, and data breaches.
• Maintaining the Data Protection Risk Register.
• Supporting the business in conducting Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and other relevant assessments.
• Advising stakeholders on data transfers and other data protection standards.
• Ensuring appropriate data processing agreements are in place with third parties handling personal data.
• Monitoring compliance activities related to data and information regulatory frameworks and the Official Languages Act.
• Preparing KPIs and metrics relating to the activities of the Data Protection Office.
• Supporting administrative and compliance activities associated with the Office of the Data Protection Officer.

What We Are Looking For

Previous data protection experience and/or a recognised data protection or legal qualification is highly desirable.

Relevant third-level qualification, accreditation, or equivalent professional experience.

Minimum of 3 years' experience within the water, utilities, or similar industries is desirable.

Experience in a hands-on operational Data Protection role, supporting:

• Data Subject Requests
• Data breach investigations and complaints management
• Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Compliance monitoring activities
• KPI and reporting preparation
• General Data Protection Office activities

Experience supporting projects, training programmes, and wider data protection initiatives.

Ability to quickly learn new processes and become operational with minimal supervision after the initial onboarding period.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

Proven experience managing complex issues proactively and efficiently, with excellent communication skills.

Highly motivated and committed to delivering results while maintaining the highest professional standards.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify improvements and implement effective solutions.

Adaptability and the ability to respond to changing business priorities and requirements.

• A proactive approach to learning, continuous improvement, and applying new knowledge and skills in the workplace.

What You Will Get

• Competitive daily rate of €241.45 .
• Hybrid working arrangement with a mix of office and remote working.
• Opportunity to work within a highly professional legal and compliance environment.
• Exposure to a broad range of data protection and regulatory matters.
• Potential for contract extension or a permanent opportunity.

What's Next?

If you have the relevant data protection experience and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply today with your updated CV, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role further.