Data Protection Manager.

Attractive Salary
Hybrid job
Professional Services industry
Europe, Malta
Job ref39067
Post DateJuly 7, 2026
  • A successful iGaming company is looking to hire a Data Protection Manager. Reporting to a highly experienced Data Protection Officer this is an exciting Global remit.
  • Main duties include;
  • Working collaboratively with the data protection team, colleagues in Legal and Regulatory, Compliance and InfoSec as well as the wider business to ensure that legal and regulatory requirements / best practices relating to data protection laws and regulations are effectively identified and implemented;
  • Act as a primary point of contact within the organization for members of staff on issues related to data protection;
  • Assist in the implementation of data protection policies, notices, standards, guidelines, and procedures;
  • Conducting privacy impact assessments and maintaining an active article 30 register of processing activities, driving audit and associated data management processes;
  • Provide day to day support and training to internal and external stakeholders on data protection matters;
  • Working with the Legal and Regulatory Team on various compliance duties, including implementation of compliance requirements, review of supplier and client agreements, and audits;
  • Monitor and review developments in data protection across multiple jurisdictions flagging areas that need improvement and highlighting potential vulnerabilities;
  •  Promote a culture of data protection compliance across all units of the organization;
 Entry Requirements
  • 2 - 3 years of data protection experience, particularly in driving successful implementation of GDPR/data protection/privacy policies and procedures within an international organization in a multijurisdictional setting
  • Demonstrable experience in the application and implementation of Privacy by Design and Default, conducting privacy impact assessments and independent assessment of data breaches.
  • Experience of using a privacy software platform (OneTrust, PrivacyEngine or similar).
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent understanding of corporate compliance matters, regulatory risks, best practice implementation and stakeholder engagement.
  • Good team worker, relationship builder and experienced at working across different functions and different jurisdictions
  • Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Qualified lawyer and/or certified under a recognised data protection certification scheme such as IAPP CIPP/E and/or CIPP/US
The business offers;
  • A fun and flexible working environment
  • International work environment
  • Excellent development opportunities for the right candidate, alongside training and good exposure to senior members of the teams
Kerry Gillitt

Kerry Gillitt

Head of Practice - Professional Services

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