Junior Data Protection Officer

We are PXC, the UK’s largest provider of wholesale connectivity. Our vision is to be the UK’s #1 wholesale platform, a one-stop shop provider of connectivity, voice, cloud and security underpinned by the UK’s most robust, secure, resilient and reliable network.

Born from the combination of Virtual1 and TalkTalk’s wholesale services and national network business, we operate across our 3 core sites (Salford, London and Skopje, North Macedonia).

Our mission is clear, to be the UK’s best company to work for and best to work with. We believe this success is driven by the power of our employees. We empower our people to become true experts in their field who embody our values every day: we care; we challenge; we commit.

About The Role

As the Data Protection Officer (DPO), you will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation’s compliance with data protection legislation, including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. You will act as the central point of contact for all data protection matters, supporting the business in maintaining a strong privacy posture while enabling commercial agility. 

This role is responsible for monitoring internal compliance, advising on data protection obligations, and acting as the liaison with regulatory bodies. You will work closely with teams across Legal, Commercial, Technology, HR, and Product to ensure that privacy is embedded into business processes and decision-making. 

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the organisation’s designated Data Protection Officer under UK GDPR. 
• Monitor compliance with data protection laws and internal policies. 
• Advise on data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), privacy notices, and contractual clauses. 
• Maintain and update the organisation’s Record of Processing Activities (RoPA). 
• Lead internal audits and reviews of data protection practices. 
• Provide training and awareness sessions across the business. 
• Respond to data subject access requests (DSARs) and coordinate responses with relevant teams. 
• Act as the point of contact for the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). 
• Support incident response and breach notification processes. 
• Collaborate with Legal and Technology teams to ensure privacy by design and default. 
• Track regulatory developments and advise on implications for the business. 
• What will make you successful in the role?

Essential

• Strong understanding of UK GDPR, DPA 2018, and other relevant privacy legislation. 
• Experience in a data protection, compliance, or legal advisory role. 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. 
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into practical guidance. 
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. 
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities. 
• Hold a recognised data protection qualification (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM, or BCS DPO certification). 
• Have experience in telecoms, digital services, or regulated industries. 
• Be familiar with privacy technologies and data governance tools. 
• Demonstrate a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset. 
• Be confident in presenting to senior stakeholders and regulators. 
• How we look after our employees

Desirable

• Our brand new “PXC Flex” benefit launched in January 2025, which includes Flex30, an additional 30 hours* of leave every year for you to use how you wish
• Our hybrid working policy offers you flexibility to work from home as well as connecting with your colleagues in one of our accessible and collaborative office spaces
• A starting holiday allowance of 25 days* holiday and up to 10 extra days* leave via our holiday purchase scheme
• Free private healthcare for all employees, competitive pension scheme and the opportunity to earn bonus
• Free broadband for all employees plus gifts for major life events such as marriages and births
• Flexible salary sacrifice scheme including dental, gym plus a huge range of shopping and leisure discounts so you can save even more cash

At PXC, we know that diversity means success and innovation. We want our workplace to reflect the communities and customer we serve. Being inclusive is part of our DNA; we are all 100% human, and we create a culture where you can truly be yourself.

We’re also not your usual 9-5. We are a dynamic workplace and we want to talk to you about how you like to work.