Title:  Privacy Operations Analyst

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Privacy Operations Analyst remote or hybrid although preferably North UK.

HOURS OF WORK – 37.5 Hours per week, Monday to Friday

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and looking to develop your career in privacy and data protection? We’re seeking a Privacy Operations Analyst to help deliver our privacy programme across both corporate and restricted environments. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with governance, compliance, or operational support experience who wants to build privacy expertise in a collaborative, supportive team.

What you will do:

Operational Delivery

• Conduct data and document searches to support DSAR fulfilment and maintain accurate case records.
• Maintain the Record of Processing Activities (ROPA) and other privacy registers.
• Coordinate logistics and scheduling for operational and governance meetings and committees.
• Support the documentation and tracking of privacy incidents, including initial triage and escalation.
• Help maintain the data breach register and assist with regulatory reporting preparation.

Project & Vendor Support

• Assist with the preparation and documentation of DPIAs and vendor privacy assessments.
• Maintain logs and templates used in privacy reviews and project engagements.
• Track and update privacy-related actions and remediation items.

Advice & Awareness

• Provide practical support to business and IT teams on day-to-day privacy queries, referring complex matters to the Senior Data Protection Analyst.
• Contribute to the development and distribution of privacy awareness materials and training content.

Cross-Functional Engagement

• Work with Legal, HR, IT, and business units to support the implementation of privacy controls.
• Ensure privacy practices are embedded into operational processes across both corporate and restricted environments.

What you will bring:

• Experience working in a structured governance, compliance, or operational support function.
• Exposure to privacy, data protection, or DSAR handling is beneficial but not essential.

Skills

• Strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive data and maintain confidentiality.
• Comfortable working across multiple teams and handling varied privacy queries.

Qualifications

• Privacy certification (e.g. CIPP/E, BCS) is a plus or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience in a relevant field such as administration, compliance, or information governance is acceptable.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***

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