Regulatory Affairs And Data Protection Manager

Maternity Leave Cover (Specific Purpose Contract)

Here at Three, we’ve done things differently since day one.

We take the script and rip it up, we’re a big-hearted energetic bunch, striving for a better connected life. The energy of our people, the pace at which we operate, and the thrill of making bold moves is exhilarating and addictive. Magic happens when we power the connections that millions value, and you can feel it… When these things combine, phenomenal things happen.
We encourage our employees to face their weaknesses, to really open themselves up to new tasks and projects in a super-charged and rich learning environment. We want you to become the best version of yourself.

Join us as a Regulatory Affairs and Data Protection Manager

The regulatory manager is a key advisor to the business, and working with the rest of the regulatory affairs team, they promote a culture of compliance and proactively support the business in its commercial goals to ensure stability and growth. Covering Regulatory and Data Protection, this includes matters involving ComReg, the Data Protection Commission, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, Comisiun na Meán, Advertising Standards Authority, etc. The role is includes oversight of the Retail and Compliance matters within the regulatory affairs team.

What else it involves:

DATA PROTECTION AND COMPLIANCE 

• Data Breach Management: Oversee and direct the Data Breach Investigation and Reporting process to ensure timely and effective resolution. 
• Regulatory Engagement: Act as a liaison for the Data Protection Commission (DPC) during BAU enquiries and investigations, ensuring compliance and transparent communication. 
• Project Compliance Oversight: Serve as the compliance representative on Project Teams for new initiatives, ensuring that Regulatory and Data Protection standards are upheld throughout project development and implementation. 
• Marketing and Service Compliance Review: Evaluate Marketing and Service communications for adherence to Data Protection and ePrivacy regulations, providing approval and guidance as needed. 
• Authentication Process Approval: Collaborate with the Fraud team to review and approve customer authentication processes, ensuring robust security and compliance. 
• Team Training and Development: Deliver comprehensive training for the customer facing teams on the breach process and data protection compliance, fostering a culture of awareness and adherence to regulations. 

• ROPA Maintenance: Maintain the Record Of Processing Activities (ROPA), ensuring it is up-to-date and accurately reflects all data processing activities. 
  

REGULATION 

• Regulatory Advisory: Provide expert advice on consumer and communications regulatory matters, including internal education.
• Government Liaison Unit: provide support and backup for the Government Liaison Unit (GLU). 
• Commercial Strategy Compliance: Offer timely, focused regulatory guidance to enable the delivery of Three's business plan and commercial strategy in a compliant manner. 
• Compliance Advocacy: Ensure legal and regulatory compliance, develop internal education programs, and contribute to policies and procedures to manage legal and regulatory risks. 
• Proactive Business Support: Proactively assist with consumer, data protection, and advertising standards compliance through project participation, customer proposition development, and supplier management. 
• External Representation: Represent Three alongside senior leadership before regulatory bodies and industry groups to influence public policy and demonstrate Three's commitment to compliance. 
• Record Maintenance: Manage the register of lobbying, and maintain records of gifts, hospitality, and potential conflicts of interest. 
• Regulatory Management: Oversee regulatory matters in alignment with Three Ireland and CKHH policies to uphold company and shareholder standards and maintain shareholder confidence. 
• Investigation and Legal Proceedings: Ensure proactive and professional management of consumer and data protection-related investigations/legal proceedings to safeguard the business's interests, regulatory standing, and reputation. 
• Legislative Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate new consumer and data privacy legislation and trends to assess their impact on the business. 

The skills/experience we’re looking for

• Fluent written and spoken English is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field. Degree in Law would be advantageous. 
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant practical privacy experience.
• Certificate in Data Protection or suitable qualification/experience.
• Knowledge of the regulated communications sector would be an advantage. 

Benefits of Working at Three

• Flexible working with our new Hybrid model, our employees will enjoy more flexibility working from home and our Dublin Head office location (3 days per week office based)
• Competitive salary & pension contribution
• 10% Completion Bonus
• 25 days holidays plus 2.5 company days
• Annual Leave buy or sell (buy or sell up to 5 days AL each year)
• Healthcare Insurance through our flexible benefits programme
• Life assurance, phone & laptop, subsidized canteen
• Access to learning & development tools
• Free on-site parking

You may think you know us, but we’re full of surprises. Intrigued? Join us and Be Phenomenal. Apply now at: https://www.three.ie/careers #Jobs

At Three, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. As Ireland’s largest mobile telecommunications provider, we provide a better connected life for our diverse customer base, and want our teams to reflect this. We welcome and celebrate all identities and strive to create a culture of belonging where employees can thrive as their authentic selves. If you do not ‘tick every box’ in this job description, you likely have other valuable skills that would make you a great fit for one of our teams. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply! #Jobs

If you require reasonable adjustments for your interview, please let us know when scheduling your interview, or alternatively, please email aoife.omeara@three.ie Apply now at Three, a Phenomenal career awaits!