Progression. See it our way.

Role:Data Protection Advisor

Location: Stirling/Elgin

Challenges. Opportunities. Solutions. At Robertson, we see them our way. We’re bold enough to ask questions. Brave enough to look at things differently. Confident enough to be ourselves. Join us and you’ll join the UK’s largest family-owned construction, infrastructure and support services business. And as Data Protection Advisor, you’ll be part of a team that’s doing incredible things – for ourselves, for the built environment around us, and for a truly sustainable future.  

The Data Protection Advisor will be expected to take responsibility for assisting the Data Protection Officer and advising on Data protection matters on a day-to-day basis. 

Duties:

• Assist the Data Protection Officer in all activities relating to Data Protection compliance across all Robertson businesses.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Personal Information Management System including Data Protection Policies, Processes, Procedures and documentation for Robertson.
• Understand the current system of controls which are in place for data protection across Robertson and consider how this can be improved especially as the business moves forward to adopt Generative AI.
• Use skills and knowledge of data protection requirements, compliance auditing and processes such as Data Protection Impact Assessment, International Data Transfer Risk assessment and Legitimate interest assessment. Carry out subject access requests and FOI requests with the Information Security Manager.  With the Data Protection Officer, maintain and develop the register of processing activities.
• Provide guidance on data protection and the processing of personal information to employees and suppliers as required.
• Work continuously to embed the culture of Data Protection throughout Robertson Group with regular communication and ensure appropriate refresher training for employees
• Active membership of the Information Security Management Committee and of the associated Committees.
• Gain skills as an auditor and perform internal and external audits against standards such as ISO 27001 and ISO 27701.
• Carry out assigned audits and ensure that businesses are supported to complete assigned audit actions.
• Demonstrable continuous professional development and a willingness to learn new skills particularly in Information Security.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• To be working towards becoming a data protection or information security professional
• Experienced in looking after structured documentation and ensuring it complies with a specific standard
• Knowledge of ISO 27001, ISO 27701 and of current GDPR and PECR Laws
• Relevant experience in data protection and of how a data protection function needs to operate
• Incident triage, management and review skills
• Reporting to the ICO – demonstrable skills in understanding when necessary and of formally reporting
• Skills and knowledge of risk assessment and risk management processes.
• Understanding of data classification and how to keep information secure
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Delivery focused
• The ability to listen, analyse what is being said, and act on what is being said is crucial to this role. 

It is essential that, along with a strong knowledge of data protection concepts and approaches, the post holder has high level competencies in engaging and assisting a wide range of employees with differing backgrounds and technical competencies.

Our Principles - The Robertson Way 

Our principles are our roadmap to achieving positive outcomes and delivering on our purpose. They influence daily decisions around what we do and how we do things, creating an environment of growth, innovation and high performance.  

We listen 

Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard. 

We are professional 

Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver. 

We take responsibility 

Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters. 

We are determined to succeed 

Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit. 

We are one team 

We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson. 

For more information on our principles and culture, please visit: https://www.robertson.co.uk/careers/culture 

Benefits of working with Robertson: 

In return, we offer a wide range of rewards and employee benefits such as: 

• 33 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time or FTC positions, increases with length of service) 

• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme  

• Life Assurance 

• Cycle to Work Scheme  

• Discounts (gym memberships, restaurants, days out etc.) with Hapi Rewards App 

• Annual Flu Vaccine 

• Access to E-Learning 

• Health & Wellbeing Support 

• Life Management & Financial Support 

Diversity & Inclusion: 

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. That’s why we’re working hard to create an environment where everyone can feel welcome, and where we can all be ourselves. We encourage applications from people of all races, ages, genders, religions, sexual orientations and more - so whoever you are, we hope you’ll see things our way, too. 

Apply now  

If you’ve got what it takes to look at things differently, to find new perspectives, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, we’d love to meet you. To apply for this role and to start seeing things our way, submit your CV. 

This role will be subject to pre-employment screening, including references. The level of screening may vary depending on role responsibilities and will be discussed at interview.