Group Head of Data Privacy And Records Management (Fintech)

TL;DR

Group Head of Data Privacy and Records Management (Fintech): Setting and delivering the Group’s data privacy and records management strategy with an accent on regulatory compliance, risk governance, and privacy-by-design. Focus on embedding advanced privacy standards, leveraging AI for process enhancements, and leading specialist teams in a large-scale financial environment.

Location: Must be based in the UK, with a hybrid work pattern requiring at least 40% time in the Bristol or London office.

Salary: £114,800 – £170,000

Company

A major financial institution transforming the future of finance through technology, diversity, and inclusion.

What you will do

• Define and deliver the data privacy and records management strategy.
• Embed privacy-by-design across all products, systems, and processes.
• Maintain privacy frameworks, standards, and internal controls.
• Lead governance activities and provide expert guidance on privacy-related risks.
• Oversee breach reporting, ROPA, cross-border data transfers, and compliance dashboards.
• Support the development of privacy skills and organizational capabilities.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in data privacy and records management within a large financial organization.
• Industry-recognized qualification such as CIPM, CIPP/E, or PC.dp.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and global data transfer requirements.
• Proven strategic leadership skills with experience managing specialist teams.
• Experience with emerging technologies including AI and Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs).
• Strong analytical, governance, and risk management background.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous pension contribution up to 15%.
• Annual performance-related bonus and share schemes.
• 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits package including discounted shopping.
• Generous parental leave policies and wellbeing initiatives.
• Inclusive work environment with a focus on diversity and belonging.