Experience

Ve Global

• United Kingdom
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Global Data Protection Officer

  • May 2018 - Mar 2020

  London, United Kingdom Working as Group DPO for an international online media company, where accuracy, quality and transparency (provision, access, awareness) are key for privacy, as well as other dimensions where advertising through big data collection may be viewed as controversial. Always mindful of the boundaries of privacy, embracing the changing landscape being shaped by numerous CJEU rulings and Advocate General Opinions. Working in a complex online environment with networks of data sharing partners… Show more Working as Group DPO for an international online media company, where accuracy, quality and transparency (provision, access, awareness) are key for privacy, as well as other dimensions where advertising through big data collection may be viewed as controversial. Always mindful of the boundaries of privacy, embracing the changing landscape being shaped by numerous CJEU rulings and Advocate General Opinions. Working in a complex online environment with networks of data sharing partners, demand and supply side platforms, RTB's and publishers, requiring a very technical understanding of the law, especially around online third party consent involving Joint Controllers. Experience includes designing and implementing new privacy policies, the wealth, depth and breadth of knowledge around direct marketing, assigning correct lawful basis, purposes and retention, legitimate interest assessments, DPIA's, records of processing, position papers, contract negotiations, and documentation required for compliance. I work extensively with board level stakeholders, technical and strategic, including in house and external General Counsels. An internal and external resource for the company. A referral point including understanding, evaluating, and mitigating business risks. Rolling out global training programs, and implementing internal policies, workplace and employee privacy polices, retention schedules, and complex data subject access request provisions. Show less



The Open University

• United Kingdom
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• European Union Law & Controversial Religions

  • Jun 2017 - May 2019

  Cambridge, United Kingdom Concepts, rules and principles of European Union Law, social, political, economic and historic dimensions of European Union Law. The study of religions and controversial aspects.

• Dissertation - Continutity and Change in International Politics

  • Apr 2017 - May 2017

  Cambridge The rise of China and other large developing countries is challenging the long dominance of the west. Political upheaval and the growing role of networks are reshaping the world. Economic, social and technological changes are altering the context for international relations



Post Office Ltd

• United Kingdom
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Data Privacy Manager

  • Nov 2017 - May 2018

  London, United Kingdom Working across many different work streams and business areas, with technical implementation of GDPR, as well as the current and proposed e-privacy, including: Writing the GDPR compliant Post Office Privacy Policies: Broadband & Telecommunications, VERIFY government services, Retail online shop, and Cookie Policy. Sole responsibility for assigning and applying correct lawful basis, demonstrating methods of valid consent, including explicit consent for special… Show more Working across many different work streams and business areas, with technical implementation of GDPR, as well as the current and proposed e-privacy, including: Writing the GDPR compliant Post Office Privacy Policies: Broadband & Telecommunications, VERIFY government services, Retail online shop, and Cookie Policy. Sole responsibility for assigning and applying correct lawful basis, demonstrating methods of valid consent, including explicit consent for special category data, purposes, and retention periods, as well as remediation and governance, contract negotiations (Controller & Processor), and writing position papers on GDPR risk for The Board. Repapering of new privacy policies (proactive communication) and designing the communication to millions of Post Office customers Governance and remediation of existing and new customer journeys adhering to transparency throughout. Show less



Regulatory Affairs EMEA LTD

• Interim Data Privacy Consultant & Data Privacy Officer

  • Jun 2017 - Nov 2017

  Cambridge, United Kingdom Helping businesses take care of your personal data, including GDPR compliance.



UL Solutions

• United States
• International Trade and Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Info Security (ISO27001) & Data Privacy Consultant

  • Apr 2015 - Apr 2017

  Cambridge, United Kingdom Data Privacy Consultant and Internal Auditor for ISO27001:2013 -Introducing new, updating existing, and reviewing ISMS policies/processes across the organisation -Chairing the Information Security & Data Privacy Forum meetings -Engaging stakeholders that can affect or be affected by Information Security and Data Privacy, including Legal Counsels, Members of The Board, Infrastructure, HR, and heads of departments, as well as hands on technical resources -Working with stakeholders… Show more Data Privacy Consultant and Internal Auditor for ISO27001:2013 -Introducing new, updating existing, and reviewing ISMS policies/processes across the organisation -Chairing the Information Security & Data Privacy Forum meetings -Engaging stakeholders that can affect or be affected by Information Security and Data Privacy, including Legal Counsels, Members of The Board, Infrastructure, HR, and heads of departments, as well as hands on technical resources -Working with stakeholders to fulfil their responsibilities as part of the privacy and info security focus -Introduction of a Cyber Security Awareness programme (government led) -Reviewing security incidents as part of the Incident management process -Internal Auditor ISO27001:2013 standard -Advising on data privacy; GDPR; corporate contracts (processor/controller relationships) -Advising across multiple jurisdictions, contrasting UK (EU) and US privacy with impacts of GDPR -Advising on outsourcing, especially in terms of transfer of data outside the EEA (privacy shield/standard contractual clauses) Show less



Asiainfo

• China
• Software Development
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Regulatory Affairs & Privacy Consultant EMEA

  • Apr 2014 - Jan 2017

  Copenhagen Area, Denmark Research, analysis and management of regulatory affairs within EMEA telecommunications; Data Privacy, Tax, Finance, and Electronic Communications. Bridging the gap between lawyers and technical experts. -ISO27001:2013 implementation -Introducing ISMS policies and processes across the organisation -Provision of analysis for regulation mappings to ISO27001 for Denmark, Hungary, UK and EU -Gap analysis of current data privacy laws to GDPR -Analysis of corporate contracts… Show more Research, analysis and management of regulatory affairs within EMEA telecommunications; Data Privacy, Tax, Finance, and Electronic Communications. Bridging the gap between lawyers and technical experts. -ISO27001:2013 implementation -Introducing ISMS policies and processes across the organisation -Provision of analysis for regulation mappings to ISO27001 for Denmark, Hungary, UK and EU -Gap analysis of current data privacy laws to GDPR -Analysis of corporate contracts (contractual compliance) in relation to data privacy processor/controller with impact assessments -Advising on transfer of data outside of the EEA Show less



Great Holiday Rentals Abroad Ltd

• Director and Volunteer & Part Time Open University

  • Dec 2009 - Mar 2014

  Cambridge, United Kingdom Director (own business), management of a portfolio of properties and renovations, managing a matrix of resources around the world. 50% time ensuing a degree in Social Policy and Criminology, International Development, International Politics and EU law. Part of my career helping vulnerable persons, playing my part in giving something back to society for free. Working part time in a residential care home for the elderly, and one day a week with young mums and children.



Convergys - (Geneva Technology)

• Regulatory Consultant

  • Feb 1998 - Dec 2009

  Cambridge, United Kingdom Working as part of the Product Management Team and closely with Product Development, taking sole responsibility for the research, analysis and management of all aspects of electronic communication regulations and compliance in billing across Europe. Specifically concentrating in the following areas: - Data Privacy - Telecom Regulation (Billing) Providing consultancy for clients advising how the billing system meets regulations, and disseminating regulatory information across… Show more Working as part of the Product Management Team and closely with Product Development, taking sole responsibility for the research, analysis and management of all aspects of electronic communication regulations and compliance in billing across Europe. Specifically concentrating in the following areas: - Data Privacy - Telecom Regulation (Billing) Providing consultancy for clients advising how the billing system meets regulations, and disseminating regulatory information across the entire organisation. Liaising with regulatory authorities across Europe, such as the European Commission Show less



Ionica

• Billing Team Manager

  • Jun 1996 - Feb 1998

  Cambridge, United Kingdom Responsible for the day to day running of 8 team members & billing integrity for weekly bill runs. Monitoring and analysis of billing data, exceptional billing, rejected billing, security and controls.



South Cambridgeshire District Council

• United Kingdom
• Government Administration
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Revenue and Collections Administration

  • Jun 1990 - Jun 1996

  Cambridge, United Kingdom Responsible for collection of Council Tax, and National Non Domestic Business Rates, as well as accounting & analysis for 60 million of local taxation. Understanding national law, statutory instruments and implementation of these.



Barclays

• United Kingdom
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Bank Clerk

  • Jun 1988 - Jun 1990

  Cambridge, United Kingdom