A significant part of my responsibilities is dedicated to tracking and reporting on key deliverables. By maintaining a watchful eye on project progress, I ensure that milestones are met in a timely manner, contributing to project success.I provide valuable input into DPIAs, evaluating the potential effects of new business processes to mitigate risks and maximise protection in all our operations.I actively contribute to enhancing our data protection infrastructure, ensuring our… Show more A significant part of my responsibilities is dedicated to tracking and reporting on key deliverables. By maintaining a watchful eye on project progress, I ensure that milestones are met in a timely manner, contributing to project success.I provide valuable input into DPIAs, evaluating the potential effects of new business processes to mitigate risks and maximise protection in all our operations.I actively contribute to enhancing our data protection infrastructure, ensuring our organisation remains at the forefront of compliance in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Championing data protection with key stakeholders is integral to my position. I advocate for a culture of data privacy awareness, emphasising its significance and ensuring that it is embedded in our corporate culture through collaboration. I review and support the implementation of policies, notices, processes, training materials and procedures. This commitment ensures that our policies are robust, align with data protection regulations and our organisation is equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge. I manage and respond to information rights requests, breaches, incidents and complaints, within the statutory timeframes. I assist in the root cause analysis to identify weaknesses in our practices, rectify issues, and prevent future breaches. I ensure that data privacy standards are maintained in all our external partnerships, safeguarding our organisation and its stakeholders from potential risks.In close collaboration with the DPO, I contribute to maintaining our records management processes and data mapping/processing activities. Also serving as an advisor, providing insights and guidance on identified risks and collaborating on strategies to mitigate them.I continuously acquire and maintain in-depth knowledge of the data protection landscape, ensuring our organisation is well-prepared to address emerging challenges and navigate complex regulatory environments. Show less

I was promoted to Shift Manager from a Customer Assistant role after six months of starting employment. As Shift Manager, I managed a team and ensure tasks have been organised and delegated to meet targets. During the Covid-19 pandemic, I worked long shift patterns and had to make decisions quickly to provide an efficient service to customers. I have also had to support my team with additional workload demands. I was responsible for the opening and closing of the store and liaising with… Show more I was promoted to Shift Manager from a Customer Assistant role after six months of starting employment. As Shift Manager, I managed a team and ensure tasks have been organised and delegated to meet targets. During the Covid-19 pandemic, I worked long shift patterns and had to make decisions quickly to provide an efficient service to customers. I have also had to support my team with additional workload demands. I was responsible for the opening and closing of the store and liaising with Area Managers and the Management team to ensure KPI’s are met. I demonstrated a resilient attitude throughout my role and can adapt to different situations quickly. As a manager, I ensured that I complied with confidentiality and adhered to staff information privacy. The role required me to work under pressure and face challenges each day, which have developed my ability to solve problems and think analytically and creatively. I enjoy new challenges and adopt a flexible approach to working and remain positive at all times. Show less

Tesco has a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and I ensured that I dealt with people politely and helped them with any queries on products and services. The role developed my ability to communicate with a range of people and work effectively within a team environmentI undertook a range of duties, including serving customers, which developed my ability to communicate with people. I developed my business awareness of the retail sector.

I successfully set up the business whilst studying in the final year of my degree, evidencing strong time management and planning skills. I communicated with a range of stakeholders, including suppliers and business partners, to manage the business's administration of stock and finances. I was responsible for the marketing of the business demonstrating creativity and my enthusiasm to show initiative. I had to analyse and solve a range of problems.

During this role, I was responsible for inspiring a team of twelve young people aged 16 within a residential setting. I worked as part of a team of seven staff members during a four-week programme with 70-80 people. I planned interactive and engaging sessions for the young people and worked as part of the Challenge to build an integrated Society. I developed skills and confidence in public speaking and counselling. The role also provided me with experience of adhering to confidentiality, data… Show more During this role, I was responsible for inspiring a team of twelve young people aged 16 within a residential setting. I worked as part of a team of seven staff members during a four-week programme with 70-80 people. I planned interactive and engaging sessions for the young people and worked as part of the Challenge to build an integrated Society. I developed skills and confidence in public speaking and counselling. The role also provided me with experience of adhering to confidentiality, data protection and GDPR processes. Show less

This was my first employment experience which provided me with an insight into the retail sector. I had to work quickly and efficiently and it introduced me to the importance of effective teamwork within the workplace. I developed my communication and customer service skills and ability to work well under pressure. I undertook Food Safety Awareness training and was barista trained.