Senior Associate- UKI Data Protection

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Senior Associate, Strategic Projects – UKI Data Protection, Risk Management Services

Risk Management team at EY plays an important role in managing the internal risks of the firm associated with accepting a new client or an engagement or risks associated with any of our on-going audit / non audit engagement. Formed in the Year 2007, the Risk Management team is growing rapidly as a Center of Excellence for all standardized quality / compliance related activities that can be efficiently undertaken from Global Delivery Services location.

The opportunity

The team supports Global Risk Management in rapidly deploying professionals on ad-hoc, outcome-based projects as well as acts as an incubator for new RM services. It is an extension of the onshore RM teams and helps in streamlining existing processes, onboarding new opportunities, designing end-to-end processes, and managing specific project activities.

Data Protection - With the implementation of the European General Data Protection Regulation (and its implementation into UK legislation via the UK Data Protection Act 2018), data protection is an area of increased risk for the firm. The law has been modernized and strengthened and the penalties have increased and, as a result, the central DP team is looking to build up its compliance function. The imminent departure of the UK from the European Union also has data protection implications for the firm. The main purpose of the role is to work with the Data Protection team to ensure the firm’s compliance with applicable privacy legislation by performing front-line compliance work.

Your key responsibilities

Technical Skills and attributes for success

• Experience in quality, risk management and compliance processes (data protection monitoring, and compliance processes preferred).
• Familiarity and experience with the application of data protection laws.
• Performing front-line data protection compliance work, such as: data subject requests, potential data incidents, requests to access data, privacy impact assessments and compliance ‘health-checks’.
• Contributing to the development and deployment of monitoring and compliance processes.
• Acts as a liaison between the client teams, other members of the RMS team, and various functional areas within the firm.
• Formulates answers to client questions.
• Manages tasks and activities in a timely manner and is responsible for specific outcomes.
• Uses analytical and project management methodology and tools.
• Learns about the firm structure, business strategies, service lines, and people of the firm.
• Builds a network of people within RMS and across the firm.
• Plans and organizes own work and keeps others informed of status and activities.
• Individual is expected to apply judgment to initial consultations and / or submission review and rapidly develop understanding of key requirements of firm and regulator’s RMS rules and policies.
• Individual will reference existing policies; however, due to frequency of unique situations will need to research issues and, through situation specific inquiries, propose solutions to issues.
• Provide feedback required to continuously improve processes.
• Highest standard of ethics, integrity, and values.
• Highly motivated with ability to perform well under pressure; with proven ability to successfully complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain a high degree of confidentiality and credibility at all levels.
• Strong team player and proven ability to work with others.
• Ability to work in a global mind-set, maintaining connect with various onshore risk teams.
• Good analytical skills with a logical mind-set.
• Basic team management skills.
• Strong commitment to quality and self-motivated learning.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• MBA from a reputed institute or a post-graduate degree.
• 4+ years of experience in quality, risk management and compliance processes (data protection monitoring, and compliance processes preferred).
• Candidates with exposure to handling international customers / client interaction would be preferred.
• Well-developed analytical, interpersonal, and communication (both verbal and written) skills in English.
• Proficient with MS Office (specifically Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and Power BI.
• Intermediate research skills and knowledge of databases.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Credible experience working in a fast-moving, client-driven environment

Technologies and Tools

• Experience in MS office suites like Microsoft 365, MS excel, PowerPoint

What you can look for

• A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment
• A team which has its foundation in the core values of trust, respect and teaming. The team which focuses on supporting its colleagues to excel in their respective domains and provides avenues to help acquire and demonstrate new skills.
• Opportunities to work with Global risk management teams on strengthening and monitoring compliance framework

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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