Data Protection Lead

Data Protection Lead 

Location: Glasgow or Prenton 
Salary: From £44,000 plus benefits 
Working Pattern: Flexible working 

Help us create a better future, quicker 

Under the direction of the Data Protection Manager, the Data Protection Lead will support the SPEN Data Protection Team in delivering an effective and proactive data protection programme.  

The role is central to ensuring the protection of SPEN’s information assets across all areas of the business, including where the handling and processing of personal data is undertaken by third‑party suppliers. 

What you’ll be doing 

In this role, you will advise on data protection matters, including supporting contract negotiations and reviewing relevant business and legal documentation, while ensuring SPEN meets its Article 30 GDPR obligations through accurate Records of Processing Activities.  

You will carry out initial Data Protection Impact Assessments, support Legitimate Interest Assessments where required, and recommend proportionate risk‑mitigation actions with guidance from the Data Protection Manager.  

In post you will also support data protection training and awareness activity, monitor data protection KPIs and escalate issues to the Data Protection Officer as appropriate.  

Acting as a point of contact for data subject rights, you will work collaboratively across SPEN to support data incident investigations, contributing to root‑cause analysis and the completion of appropriate mitigating actions. 

What you’ll bring 

You will be a confident data protection professional, able to work autonomously while recognising when escalation is required. You will have experience advising on data protection aspects of contracts and business or legal documentation, along with the ability to interpret regulatory requirements and apply them effectively in a practical business context. 

Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, together with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels, both locally and globally. You will be comfortable resolving complex issues, influencing outcomes and driving positive change. 

You will bring a sound understanding of IT processes, information security and technology risk, supported by strong analytical and investigatory skills and in‑depth technical knowledge of data protection. Experience in risk management, mitigation and remediation is essential, alongside a proven track record of advising diverse stakeholders on data protection matters. 

An industry‑recognised data protection qualification is desirable, as is experience within the energy or utilities sector. Legal qualifications or legal training would be advantageous but are not essential. 

What’s in it for you  

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.  

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:  

• 36 days annual leave  

• Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave  

• Share Schemes  

• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding  

• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases  

• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving  

• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans  

• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments  

• Life Assurance (4x salary)  

• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support  

• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more  

Why ScottishPower  

ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over £6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.  

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.  

ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.