Data Protection Officer

Description:

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy. Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

The Role

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure and empowering clients, The Data Protection Team plays a key role in helping the business deliver key transformation projects in compliance with Data Protection Regulations.

The role of Data Protection Team Member involves responsibilities for subject access requests, data breach incident assessment, compliance and KPI’s reporting across ESB. This role involves working closely with key stakeholders across ESB and you will be expected to carry out tasks and responsibilities as assigned, in a competent, timely, and safe manner.

We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Data Protection Team Member to work with the ESB Data Protection Officer and Business Unit Data Stewards to ensure our ongoing compliance with GDPR Regulation.

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was introduced in May 2018. GDPR imposes new obligations and stricter requirements on all organisations involved in the processing of personal data of EU Citizens, emphasising transparency, security, and accountability.

As a Data Protection Team Member, you will manage and respond to Data Protection queries, complaints and incidents and work closely with the business in monitoring their adherence to the GDPR Regulation and support them in any remediation activities that are required.