Data Protection Manager

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 23,000 employees spanning over 56 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

The Role

This position supports the Data Protection Department in crafting, executing, and maintaining a data protection monitoring and supervision structure throughout Howden's UK Broking and UK Reinsurance Divisions. Offer mentorship regarding risk to ensure adherence to data protection laws in Howden's operational regions.

Responsible for delivering components from the yearly Data Protection Plan, supporting business units with data protection inquiries, and participating in initiatives like acquisitions or system implementations. The role holder will also assist in integrating policies, monitoring compliance, and encouraging strong connections with internal collaborators to guarantee a unified data protection strategy.

What You'll Be Doing

• Accomplishing vital aspects of the annual Data Security Strategy

• Providing mentorship on data protection queries including DSARs, breaches, DPIAs, and marketing

• Supporting the maintenance and updates of Privacy Notices

• Conducting risk and control assessments and capturing supporting evidence

• Coordinating compliance with data security regulations and internal protocols

• Supporting remediation and training in response to regulatory developments

• Attending governance meetings and providing relevant updates

• Presenting regulatory changes and policy updates to stakeholders

• Supporting the development and embedding of data protection policies and procedures

• Building relationships with internal teams to support consistent compliance

Who We're Looking For

• Solid understanding of UK data protection law and ePrivacy regulations

• Experience delivering data protection plans in sophisticated organisations

• Skilled in assessing and advising on personal data breaches

• Experience managing data subject requests and contractual reviews

• Familiarity with compliance monitoring and risk reporting

• Ability to deliver data protection training across all levels

• Understanding of IT and data security measures

• Strong communication and stakeholder leadership skills

• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with commercial awareness

• Ability to manage competing priorities and explain sophisticated concepts clearly

Qualifications

• CIPP/E, CIPM or Certified Data Protection Practitioner (PC.dp) preferred but not crucial.

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs.  Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.