Data Protection Officer

About the role

The Data Protection Officer is responsible for providing regulatory advice relating to data protection, promoting a culture of compliance with regard to data protection and actively supporting the business in its commercial objectives to ensure stability and growth within the business. He/she is a key advisor ensuring that regulatory risk is managed in the business. This role will be 3 days per week and will report to Head of Legal for Tesco Ireland and Tesco Mobile Ireland

You will be responsible for

As part of your role you will;

Be responsible for: (i) advising on data protection and privacy matters; and (ii) contributing to internal education relating to data protection;

Provide clear, concise, timely, commercially-focussed regulatory advice to all business functions in order that Tesco Mobile can deliver its business plan and commercial strategy;

Contribute to internal education programmes, policies and procedures so that legal and regulatory risk relating to data protection is effectively managed in the business and that a culture of awareness and compliance with data protection requirements is fostered through out the business;

Pro-actively assist the business on data protection and privacy matters through participation in IT and network projects, customer proposition development, procurement, and in-life management of suppliers and business partners in order that the business can achieve its strategic objectives in a compliant manner;

Represent Tesco Mobile externally, together with the Head of Regulatory before the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner, the Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, ComReg and other public bodies so that Tesco Mobile is in a position to positively influence public/regulatory policy;

Manage and report regulatory matters in accordance with Tesco Ireland and Tesco Group polices so that the business operates in accordance with company and shareholder requirements and maintains and builds shareholder confidence;

Ensure that investigations/legal proceedings involving or relating to data protection are proactively and professionally managed in order that the interests of the business, regulatory risk and reputation of the business is protected;

Monitor emerging data privacy legislation/trends and analyse impact to the business.

You will need

Legal, economic or commercial/business background/qualification

Good knowledge of, and experience of advising in relation to, Irish data protection legislation and related guidance and codes issued by the Data Protection Commissioner;

Experience of working in a commercial or public sector/regulatory environment dealing directly with high-level internal and external stakeholders

Logical and enthusiastic approach to problem-solving, etc.

Proven track record of influencing effectively

Ability to work well on own and as part of a team

Whats in it for you?

We offer excellent benefits that help make Tesco a great place to work. These include but aren’t limited to:

• Competitive Salary
• Life Assurance
• Pension Plan*
• Bonus Scheme*
• Our Virtual GP service provides free and confidential access to an online GP through video GP consultations, and online prescription service for colleagues. The service is also available to families of colleagues who live at the same address for a reduced cost.
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and family members for in the moment emotional support along with free access to a range of wellbeing services supporting you under our new Wellbeing First approach of Body, Mind and Life.
• Colleague Clubcard offering 10% discount across stores and online, with 15% discount weekends once a month (Friday to Sunday), and 20% off twice a year. There is also 20% off F&F clothing, all year long, these various discounts can be extended to a family member with a 2nd Clubcard available.*
• Annual leave starting at 23 days
• Save As You Earn Scheme*
• Entry requirements and rules of the scheme apply

About Us

At Tesco, our vision is to become every customer’s favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or on the move. Our core purpose is to serve our customers, communities, and the planet a little better every day.

At Tesco, we pride ourselves on having an inclusive culture where everyone can truly be themselves. This is embedded in our values: we treat people how they want to be treated. We celebrate diversity and recognize the value and opportunity it brings, ensuring our colleagues feel they can be themselves at work and are supported to be at their best.

We have embraced a blended working week, combining office and remote working. Our offices remain places for connection, collaboration, and innovation. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that celebrates the cultures, personalities, and preferences of our colleagues, who in turn help build our business's success and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our stores are welcoming places for everyone, with colleagues trained to support those with visible or hidden disabilities through the Sunflower Lanyard programme.

As a large business with diverse roles and flexible working patterns, Tesco can find something that suits you. We celebrate diversity and welcome everyone. Our inclusive recruitment process ensures candidates can thrive and request any necessary adjustments. For more information on accessibility support, visit Tesco Careers Accessibility.

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