Data Protection Manager (6-9 Months FTC - Maternity Cover)

• Maintain and develop the company's data protection strategy, policies, procedure, and compliance framework in line with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and PECR.
• Lead and conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), update Records of Processing Activities (RoPA), conduct Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAs) and other expected activity records.
• Act as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for all data privacy matters, providing pragmatic advice to internal and external stakeholders.
• Design and deliver engaging data protection training and awareness campaigns across the business to foster a strong privacy-aware culture.

This role helps drive sustainable change and decarbonise the planet by supporting electric vehicle adoption through ensuring data protection compliance, which builds customer trust in the transition to cleaner transportation.

• Excellent understanding and practical experience of Data Protection and compliance with UK GDPR legislation and the expectations of the ICO.
• Excellent understanding of the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and of the principles/issues involved in maintaining compliance.
• Forward-thinking, self-motivated and able to take responsibility for your own initiatives and drive them to implementation.
• Awareness of Information Security principles and requirements for ISO27001 compliance would be valuable.

Octopus Electric Vehicles won the Sunday Times best company to work for in 2024 and was named 6th out of the top 100 start-ups to work for by Tempo in 2025. The company offers a unique culture with autonomy, amazing co-owners, and projects that break new ground. Salary is flexible and discussed during recruitment calls. Visit Octopus Employee Benefits for more perks.

Octopus Electric Vehicles makes it seamless to switch to cleaner, greener driving with a mission to drive sustainable change, decarbonise the planet and provide customers with fair pricing and a fantastic experience. They are part of the Octopus Energy Group which seeks to improve the lives of millions of people by transforming the industries they operate in.