Gemma Smith
About Gemma Smith
Gemma Smith is a Data Protection Manager with extensive experience in data protection and compliance roles across various organizations. She has worked at Mind since 2021 and previously held positions at Breast Cancer Care, The Children's Trust, and Samaritans.
Current Role at Mind
Gemma Smith has been serving as the Data Protection Manager at Mind since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing data protection policies and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Her work involves managing data privacy risks and implementing best practices to protect sensitive information within the organization.
Previous Experience at Breast Cancer Care
Gemma Smith held two positions at Breast Cancer Care. She first worked as the Data Protection and Compliance Project Manager from 2017 to 2018 for a duration of 10 months. Following this role, she served as the Head of Facilities, Risk, and Compliance from 2018 to 2019 for 8 months. In these positions, she contributed to enhancing data protection measures and compliance frameworks.
Experience at The Children's Trust
Gemma worked at The Children's Trust as a Project Support Officer from 2015 to 2016 for one year. In this role, she provided support for various projects, contributing to the organization's operational efficiency and project management efforts.
Career Background in Facilities Management
Gemma Smith has a background in facilities management, having worked as a Facilities Manager at George at Asda from 2005 to 2007 for two years. Additionally, she served as the Head of Facilities, Risk, and Compliance at Breast Cancer Care. Her experience in facilities management has equipped her with skills relevant to risk assessment and compliance.
Role at Samaritans
Since 2019, Gemma Smith has been working as a Data Protection Officer at Samaritans. In this capacity, she focuses on maintaining data privacy standards and ensuring that the organization adheres to data protection laws. Her role is crucial in safeguarding the personal information of individuals who seek support.