Privacy Analyst

Key Requirements

• UK Citizenship Required: Yes
• Relocation Assistance: No relocation assistance available
• Clearance Type: UK-Security Check (SC)
• Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time

What's Your Possible?

At Northrop Grumman UK, you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most, solving tomorrow's challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. This is what we call Defining Possible.

This mindset goes beyond the solutions we deliver; it shapes your career development and the positive impact you can make across our communities.

The Opportunity

This is more than just a job; it is a mission.

As a Privacy Analyst, you will play a central role in supporting Northrop Grumman's data protection and privacy compliance activities across the UK and wider EU region. You will work closely with internal teams, external stakeholders and global colleagues to embed consistent, compliant and secure practices across multiple languages, jurisdictions and business areas.

You will contribute to protecting sensitive information, maintaining trust with customers and partners, and enabling safe and compliant operations in a complex regulatory landscape. This role offers significant visibility, autonomy and the opportunity to influence privacy culture across the organisation.

Role Responsibilities

• Support risk and compliance activities including data inventory, data mapping and other privacy tasks
• Help implement consistent privacy practices across multiple EU and UK entities, ensuring GDPR compliance
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to teams on obligations under GDPR and European data protection regulations
• Foster a data protection culture by supporting awareness initiatives and recommending improvements
• Conduct data mapping, data flow reviews and record-keeping activities, including assessing legal bases for processing
• Deliver staff training to raise privacy awareness
• Support privacy assessments, project reviews, Works Council reviews and Data Protection Impact Assessments
• Respond to data subject rights requests in line with company procedures
• Review and maintain privacy notices to ensure transparency
• Review Data Processing Agreements and cross-border transfer mechanisms
• Conduct privacy risk assessments for third-party vendors
• Collaborate with teams globally in a virtual environment

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience identifying risk and implementing mitigation strategies
• Demonstrable experience developing policies and procedures that meet GDPR and data protection requirements
• Experience implementing and managing data protection in a global organisation
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage across multiple cultures, stakeholders and seniority levels
• Highly organised with strong multi-tasking skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication skills and fluent in written and spoken English
• Proactive, innovative approach with the ability to think creatively
• Self-motivated and comfortable working autonomously or as part of a virtual team

Desired

• IAPP certification such as CIPP/E
• Knowledge of UK and European data protection law
• Experience with analytical problem-solving and structured troubleshooting
• A flexible, responsive attitude with strong customer orientation
• Valid UK driving licence

If you meet many, but not all, of these requirements, we still encourage you to apply. Your potential and mindset matter to us.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of our work, you must be a UK citizen and able to gain and maintain the required UK Government security clearance.

Benefits

• Flexible working options, including an optional compressed fortnight
• Private healthcare
• Cash health plan
• Holiday buy and sell options
• Career development programmes
• Performance-related bonuses

Why Join Us?

A Mission to Believe In

Every day we help build a more secure and connected world through innovative technology, trusted data practices and mission-focused solutions.

A Place to Belong and Thrive

Every voice matters. You can bring your whole self to work and be part of an inclusive and supportive community.

Your Career, Your Way

Shape your journey with diverse roles, mentorship and development opportunities that grow your skills and support your ambitions.

Ready to Apply?

• Yes – Submit your application online
• Possibly – Contact our team for more information: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com
• No – Explore other opportunities with Northrop Grumman UK. We are growing across the country

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.

For any questions, you may contact our recruitment team at: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com (This email is plain text only.)