Data Protection Manager

As Data Protection Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring TPE’s compliance with data protection legislation. You’ll lead on data privacy guidance across the organisation, conduct DPIA’s, respond to all data protection related queries and support projects by providing expert advice to the business. You’ll also foster a culture of compliance, collaborating with colleagues across the organisation and wider operating group.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and respond to data subject access requests and CCTV requests, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation.
• Conduct privacy risk assessments and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
• Support training and awareness programmes to promote a culture of compliance.
• Advise on data protection matters, supporting colleagues at all levels.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to embed privacy by design in new systems and processes.
• Maintain relationships with regulatory authorities and act as the main point of contact for data protection matters.
• Report regularly to senior management and boards on data protection issues and developments.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of data protection and information regulations.
• Proven previous experience working in an in‑house data protection or privacy role, ideally within a complex or regulated organisation.
• Experience handling information disclosure requests and embedding privacy by design.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Relevant degree or professional certification (e.g., C‑DPO) is desirable.

Benefits

• A personal development plan.
• Structured training and development.
• Competitive salary paid on a 4‑weekly basis.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Free TransPennine Express rail travel for you and your dependants.
• Travel discounts of up to 75% off other train operating companies, plus international rail travel after 1 year of service for you and your dependants.
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Option to join the Railway Pension Scheme with significant employer contributions.
• Family‑friendly maternity and paternity benefits.
• High‑street and lifestyle discounts as well as a cycle‑to‑work scheme.

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