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Senior Data Protection Analyst 24 month FTC/Secondment opportunity

SmartestEnergy is a global energy company that provides renewable electricity and gas to businesses, and helps generators sell their energy.

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Employee count: 501-1000

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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Protection Analyst to play a pivotal role in supporting the Head of Data Protection & Privacy and ensuring our continued compliance with GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and PECR. This is a key position responsible for driving data privacy standards across our UK operations and providing expert guidance to teams in Ipswich, London, and Worthing, as well as supporting global data protection activities across US and AUS. You will be instrumental in communicating regulatory changes, advising on privacy matters, and embedding best-practice data protection processes across the organisation.

In this role, you will help shape and deliver our Data Protection & Privacy strategy, maintain core privacy documentation, and support ongoing compliance through audits, assurance activities, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll work closely with legal, IT, HR, Marketing, and other business functions to promote privacy-by-design, manage DPIAs and DSARs, oversee the OneTrust platform, and ensure staff receive appropriate GDPR training.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

  • Strong ability to interpret data protection legislation and translate it into practical business requirements;
  • Experience reviewing contracts to ensure compliance with data privacy obligations;
  • Excellent stakeholder management and confidence engaging with senior leadership;
  • Background in conducting data privacy audits and gap analyses;
  • Thorough knowledge of GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and solid understanding of PECR;
  • Awareness of how data privacy requirements apply within the energy sector or similar regulated industries.

What sets us apart?

  • Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
  • Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Find out more here.
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.
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What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.

Ready to join us on our journey to digitise, decarbonise, and localize the future of energy? Apply now.

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SmartestEnergy is a leading global provider of renewable energy solutions, dedicated to empowering businesses in their transition to a net-zero future. Established in 2001 in the United Kingdom, the company has since expanded its operations to the United States and Australia, solidifying its international presence. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Marubeni Corporation, a Fortune Global 500 company, SmartestEnergy benefits from substantial financial backing and stability, ensuring its position as a secure and reliable long-term partner for its clients. The company's core mission is to make the journey to 100% renewable energy accessible and manageable for a diverse range of customers, including business consumers, electricity generators, and strategic partners. By offering flexible business models, unbiased advice, and innovative retail solutions, SmartestEnergy addresses the unique needs of each client at every stage of their sustainability journey.

The company operates across several key business areas: purchasing energy through corporate Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), selling energy with a focus on providing a bankable route-to-market for renewable assets, and engaging in trading and origination, which includes carbon offsetting. SmartestEnergy is distinguished by its commitment to not owning any fossil fuel or generation assets, instead contracting with independent renewable generators and accessing the wholesale market. This approach allows the company to champion independent renewable generation and support energy entrepreneurs in developing new projects. With a significant portfolio of over 3.2 GW of renewable generation capacity from its customers and trading over 58 million certificates and allowances, SmartestEnergy is a major player in the renewable energy sector. The company's dedication to a people-powered approach and its focus on creating a global community of energy champions underscore its commitment to a fairer, greener, and more transparent energy system for future generations.

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SmartestEnergy

Company size

501-1000 employees

Founded in

2001

Chief executive officer

Robert Groves

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