Data Protection Officer in London

Location: London
Salary: Hidden
Recruiter: Firmdale Hotels
Job Hours: Full-time

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We are currently seeking a Data Protection Officer to joinour team reporting to our GroupHealth and Safety Manager, you will playa pivotal role in the enhancementof our organisation's overallsecurity posture. Collaborating with various stakeholders, you'll ensure compliance, identify andmitigate risks, and champion a cultureof security and responsibility.

We are looking for a proactive candidatewith a deep understanding of regulatory requirements, risk management,and industry best practices. Who will fulfil the tasks of the designated roleof DPO.

Main duties and responsibilities:

  • Conduct risk assessments, define mitigation strategies, and assess potential risks to information assets, operations, andsystems.
  • Stay informed on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standardsto maintain compliance.
  • Collaborate with teams to develop and maintainpolicies, procedures, and controls with regards to CCTV,locking systems and security systems
  • Conduct regular compliance audits and provide guidance to business units on compliance requirements.
  • Develop and deliver training programs to promotea culture of compliance within theorganisation.
  • Monitor changes in the regulatory landscape and industrytrends, proactively identifying emerging risks.
  • Stay abreast of technologies and practices, recommending enhancements to existingcontrols
  • What you need:

  • Proven experience in a similarrole, preferably within aregulated industry or complex organisation.
  • In-depth knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and standards (, GDPR, ISO 27001).
  • Coordination and governance on the implementation and management of GDPR/DPA related policies and proceduresacross the organisation including but not limited to, data retention, GDPR/DPApolicies, data subject request, third party compliance.
  • Excellentanalytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effectivecommunication skills, conveying complex information to various stakeholders.
  • Ability to collaborate and build relationships across all levels of the organisation.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • What we Offer:

  • 30% discount in our restaurants and bars
  • Dry cleaning for your work wardrobe and discounted personal dry cleaning
  • Staff sales, discounts in our Spas and Rik Rak products
  • Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels
  • Private healthcare benefits via Medicash
  • Holiday allowance increase with length of service
  • Season ticket loan
  • Refer a friend bonus scheme
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Regular social events and team activities including fitness sessions
  • Season ticket loan
  • Access to Wagestream financial wellbeing app – discounts, coaching tool and the ability to stream your wages before payday
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Annual long service rewards including Afternoon Tea, Dinner for Two and an overnight stay
  • A days paid volunteering a year to support a charity of your choice
  • And much more!
  • Why join Firmdale Hotels?

    Firmdale Hotels is an international award winning group comprising of 11high end luxury hotels and 8 bars and restaurants in London and New York.

    We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality industry forsome of the great work our teams have done. To name a few of our recent awardsand accolades:

  • Ham Yard Restaurant - two prestigious AA rosettes in 2024
  • Dorset Square Hotel - an AA rosette and an AA breakfast award 2024
  • Conde Nast Traveller 2023 Top Hotels in London, The Soho Hotel and Ham Yard Hotel
  • Winner of the Best Employer Award at The Cateys 2017 & 2020 and Number One in The Caterer Best Places to Work in Hospitality
  • Manager of the year - Laura Sharpe, Cateys 2018
  • Hotel of the year - Group - Cateys 2018
  •  In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do requireall applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom.Documentation will be required at interview stage.


    About Firmdale Hotels


    Firmdale Hotels was founded in London, in 1985 by husband and wife team, Tim and Kit Kemp, opening their first hotel, Dorset Square Hotel in Marylebone. Today, Firmdale has expanded to include 10 hotels and 2 private residences across London, New York and Barbados as well as restaurants, bars, spas, an online store and interior design firm. Each hotel has been meticulously designed by Kit, infusing playful, bright interiors and bespoke detailing, creating a fresh modern approach on traditional English style. Dorset Square Hotel in Marylebone opened in 1985, followed by Covent Garden Hotel in 1996, Charlotte Street Hotel and Number Sixteen in 2000 and Knightsbridge Hotel in 2002. The Soho Hotel was next in the collection to open in 2004, followed by Haymarket Hotel in 2007 and Ham Yard Hotel in 2014. Crosby Street Hotel was the first New York opening in 2009 followed by The Whitby Hotel in 2017.

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