Data Protection Coordinator

<p><strong>About the job</strong></p> <p>Help protect the data trust behind Graphcore’s next generation AI compute.</p> <p>Graphcore is growing a global data protection programme that keeps privacy built into everyday work. As Data Protection Coordinator, you will help make that programme clear, dependable and practical.</p> <p>Based in Bristol, you will support the Data Protection Lead across engineering, operations, IT, facilities and corporate functions. Your work will help teams understand obligations, manage risk and respond with confidence.</p> <p>You will coordinate data subject requests, maintain governance records and support risk assessments, supplier reviews and incident investigations. You will also help prepare metrics, audit evidence and privacy awareness activities.</p> <p>You will learn how privacy works in a complex technology business. You will see how decisions are made, documented and improved across teams building demanding AI systems.</p> <p><strong>The team and culture</strong></p> <p>The Quality and Compliance function turns regulation into practical habits teams can use. You will work closely with the Data Protection Lead, with regular input from technical and corporate stakeholders.</p> <p>Work moves through evidence, clear records and timely follow-up. You will own coordination details that keep requests, reviews and actions moving.</p> <p>Decisions are grounded in risk, facts and shared context. You will be expected to ask questions early, speak up and help teams choose workable routes.</p> <p><strong>What we’re looking for</strong></p> <p>· Experience in compliance, risk, audit, legal operations, information governance, records management, data governance or document control<br>· Keen interest in building a career in data protection and privacy compliance<br>· Foundational knowledge of UK and EU GDPR, with curiosity to keep learning<br>· Strong organisation, judgement and follow-through across multiple priorities<br>· Clear communication with technical and non-technical teams<br>· Analytical mindset, with confidence handling records, evidence and deadlines</p> <p><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <p>· Flexible working: Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibility<br>· Generous leave: Take time to rest, recharge and enjoy life outside of work<br>· Retirement planning support: Up to 5% matched pension<br>· Phantom equity: Share in Graphcore’s success<br>· Workplace experience: Enjoy thoughtfully designed office spaces for collaboration, with free food and an on-site barista to support your day Peace of mind protection: Income protection and life assurance to provide financial security for you and your loved ones<br>· Flexible benefits: Tailor your benefits package with a choice of additional options, including private medical insurance and dental cover<br>· Optional benefits: Dental cover, health cash plan, private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, give as you earn</p> <p>We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work.<br>We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognise that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, just let us know - we’re happy to support you.</p> <p><strong>Sponsorship</strong></p> <p>Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support visa applications for this role.</p> <p><strong>Join the Team at Graphcore</strong></p> <p>Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry.</p> <p>As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. Together, they share a bold vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure its benefits are accessible to everyone.</p> <p>Graphcore’s teams are drawn from diverse backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and perspectives. A melting pot of AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers and systems architects, Graphcore brings together deep expertise to solve complex problems and deliver meaningful progress in AI compute.</p> <p>Ready to build a data protection career that shapes how privacy works at Graphcore? Apply now to help strengthen trust across our global teams.</p>