Data Protection Officer, Lead DPO

Summary

Join a high-performing, remote-first tech scale-up as a Strategic Data Protection Leader. Shape the future of the business with your deep data protection expertise, driving innovative solutions and mentoring a team. You will collaborate cross-functionally, contribute to product development, and serve as a brand ambassador. Responsibilities include advising clients, leading presentations, and ensuring seamless alignment with SLAs and KPIs. This role requires extensive experience in global data protection, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of relevant regulations. The company offers a competitive package, flexible work environment, and various benefits.

Requirements

• Expertise: At least 5+ years in global data protection roles (UK, EU, US), with certifications like CIPP/E, C-DPO, or equivalent
• Master of Privacy: Deep knowledge of GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, PECR, international data transfers, AI, healthcare, and finance
• Communication Pro: You excel at simplifying complex topics and are confident in leading not always the easiest conversations on strategic data protection matters at the C-Suite or Board Level while taking a risk-based approach
• Risk Management: Strong skills in advising, monitoring, and reporting on risks, as well as managing data subject access requests and breach incidents
• Organised and Independent: You thrive on working independently, managing your workload effectively, and delivering outstanding results
• Cross-functional collaborator —proven experience in working seamlessly with other teams to align strategy and drive results
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable with technology and ready to embrace our innovative tools
• Alignment with our values: Brave, Diligent, Empathetic, Personal & Professional Growth Mindset, Quirky

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of our business with deep data protection expertise, driving innovative solutions to complex challenges
• Be the voice for our fractional DPOs—mentor and elevate a top-tier team in a culture of collaboration and shared success
• Work cross-functionally with Customer Success, Product, and Operations to enhance services and education for both our team and customers
• Collaborate with our Product Team to share your deep knowledge of data protection, influencing the future and development of our product
• Actively contribute to the product roadmap, providing insights into the future state of TK’s offerings
• Be the trusted face of our brand—lead with authority, build connections, and represent us with excellence
• Own the stage in webinars, deliver powerful training, and support creating resources that empower our community partners and boost awareness
• Be the go-to expert for audits—lead presentations, showcase our value, and align seamlessly with customer needs
• Be the go-to privacy advisor for a select portfolio of Trust Keith customers, delivering exceptional service through our platform with a based approach
• Own programme implementation and data protection queries, ensuring seamless alignment with SLAs and KPIs
• Lead key customer calls, from Risk Committees to monthly workshops, tackling top data privacy risks and challenges

Benefits

• A team that cares about you and your development, professionally and personally
• A fast-paced, energised startup culture where you can make a real impact
• Competitive package based on experience
• A fast-paced, energised culture where you can make a real impact
• A team that cares about you and your development, professionally and personally
• 25 days of annual leave + UK Bank Holidays + 3 days off over Christmas
• Company laptop - get a new shiny MacBook to use for your daily work adventure
• L&D budget - £300 per year
• Flexible work environment - we’re a remote-first business
• Working from home budget - to help you set up your home office
• Work from Anywhere - for up to 42 days (6 weeks) each year
• Enhanced Company Sick Leave
• Enhanced New Parent Leave - regardless of gender or gender identity
• Pension - contributions to your retirement pot every month
• Monthly Company Meet-ups - to spend time with the wider company in person