CIO Privacy Practitioner - FTC

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We’re seeking a CIO Privacy Practitioner to join our AXA UK COO Risk function on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. You’ll change and implement innovative solutions to improve legacy technology, pre‑empt anticipated change feeding into design and decision making at the earliest juncture, and ensure Privacy by Design Principles are addressed.

At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance time between home and the office. You’ll work at least two days a week (40%) away from home, potentially moving to three days a week (60%) in the future. Away from home might involve attendance at one of our office locations, visiting clients or attending industry events. We’re also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition.

• Establish integration into relevant UK CTO committees, forums, and strategic environments to ensure early awareness and engagement for new or changed activities (infrastructure/technology).
• Identify and flag key privacy considerations to embed regulatory and legal requirements through Privacy by Design from the outset.
• Ensure a coordinated approach to AXA UK technological change and advancement by facilitating prioritization within the UK COO function.
• Coordinate flow from the COO Risk Office to the Second Line Data Protection team, ensuring relevant processes and guidelines are followed and matters are taken through governance processes.
• Give due consideration to the AXA UK Privacy Framework, privacy laws and regulations, and AXA Group standards in all engagements.
• Strategically think about the UK Strategy and transversal delivery through the business units – AXA Health and AXA Insurance.
• Undertake Data Privacy Impacts alongside programmes or projects established for technological change and advancement in accordance with the AXA UK Privacy Framework, UK laws and regulations, and AXA Group standards.
• Log and record all processes and procedures to evidence planning, and deliver Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for projects and programmes.

• Experience with IT architecture systems, applications, mechanics, and technicalities.
• Experience in a Data Protection role such as Practitioner, Advisor, Manager, or similar oversight function.
• Certification from a recognised body such as IAPP CIPP/E, ISEB, PDP, or actively working towards one.
• Experience working in a large organisation with complex infrastructures, preferably in Finance or Insurance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders in a clear, effective manner both written and oral.
• Demonstrable composure under pressure, prioritising to achieve effective outcomes, and operating in a methodical and organised manner.
• Competency in communicating a privacy regulatory or legal position effectively to First Line stakeholders to fully understand parameters, risks and key concerns.
• Escalation to the Second Line Data Protection function for additional support and collaboration where necessary.

• Competitive annual salary dependent on experience.
• Discretionary company & performance‑based bonus.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions).
• Life assurance (up to 10× annual salary).
• Private medical cover.
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave.
• Wellbeing services & resources.
• AXA employee discounts.

As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply for this role as a secondment opportunity through the internal careers site.

To apply, click the ‘apply for this job’ button, then log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and do not discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long‑term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, we offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge.

For support, please email tanzeela.mehjabeen@axa‑

AXA UK Support Functions power AXA’s three customer‑facing business units, providing the infrastructure, support and expertise to ensure our customers can always count on us. Whether you’ve got heaps of experience and qualifications behind you, or you’re just starting out, we’ll give you the support and opportunities to help you grow and develop with confidence.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Information Technology