Data Governance & Protection Expert

Location: London, United Kingdom. Hybrid working is available, with flexibility to work remotely for up to 30 days abroad.

Company

hirify.global supports data governance, data management and data protection across ING in London.

What you will do

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of data governance and data protection frameworks across ING UK.
• Coordinate ownership and accountability for data assets, data quality and data-related risks.
• Carry out and support data protection assessments, monitoring, action tracking and remediation.
• Maintain governance documentation, inventories, records and evidence for internal and regulatory requirements.
• Produce reporting, dashboards and management information for governance forums, committees and senior leaders.
• Partner with business and control functions to translate policy and regulatory requirements into practical activities, while supporting awareness and responsible data handling.

Requirements

• Practical experience in data governance, data protection or privacy, data management, risk, compliance or a related control discipline.
• Sound understanding of data governance principles and personal data protection requirements.
• Experience working in a regulated environment and turning requirements into clear actions and practical outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence working across business and specialist functions.
• Proactive and collaborative approach, with the judgement to identify issues, challenge constructively and drive actions through to completion.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working and flexibility to work remotely for up to 30 days abroad.
• Private medical, dental and vision cover, health screening, in-person GP appointments and wellbeing support.
• Pension scheme, financial protection, life assurance, income protection and an interest-free season ticket loan.
• Generous annual leave, additional purchased days, enhanced family leave and backup care support.
• Mentoring, learning, short-term assignments, international career development, volunteering and employee forums.
• On-site gym, staff restaurant, barista coffee facilities, electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes.

Hiring process

• Upload a CV and motivation letter through the Apply button.
• Questions can be directed to the recruiter attached to the advertisement.