Legal Compliance Asssitant

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Our client based in Birmingham are a progressive Technology firm with an opportunity for a Legal Compliance Assistant to join their team. This is a newly created role ideal for anyone with a passion for Legal Data Protection regulations and governance with scope for development.. This is an ideal role for a Law Graduate wanting a different route to qualifying and still utilise their degree. Reporting to the Information Governance Manager, you will provide vital support across data protection compliance activities gaining exposure to a wide range of matters in a collaborative and professional environment. This role will be the right-hand person with extensive stakeholder engagement so strong communication skills are essential for this role. Key Responsibilities will include: Data Protection Compliance Processing Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) in line with UK data protection laws. Assisting with reviewing and responding to data protection–related complaints. Supporting the DPO on routine audits (data processors, information assets, cookies, international transfers). Drafting and reviewing basic data protection policies and procedures under supervision. Supporting with audits internally to ensure ISO compliance and Cyber support Assisting with the implementation of Data Retention Policies. Carrying out ad-hoc research into data protection matters. Monitoring updates to UK data protection regulation, ICO guidance and enforcement activity. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date team documentation. This role would suit anyone who enjoys Legal Compliance and would be keen to pursue a career in data protection and compliance. A Law/Cyber/Business degree or similar degree would be desirable Katie Bard is acting as an agency and is an equal opportunities employer Katie Bard is committed to protecting your personal data. Katie Bard acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary recruitment. Your application will be handled in