Claire H.
About Claire H.
Claire H. serves as the Group Data Protection & Compliance Officer at Provenir, bringing extensive expertise in data protection law and strategy. She has a strong background in advising organizations on global data protection compliance and has held key positions in various companies, including LV= and Monzo Bank.
Work at Provenir
Claire H. serves as the Group Data Protection & Compliance Officer at Provenir, a role she has held since 2021. In this position, she focuses on ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and developing strategies to manage data privacy effectively. Claire has been involved in creating new platforms for data processing, including applications and API processes, while adhering to the privacy by design principles outlined in the GDPR. Her work includes collaboration with legal counsel, IT, and risk and compliance committees to address global data privacy issues.
Education and Expertise
Claire H. studied at Teesside University from 1993 to 1997, where she earned a Law Degree with a focus on Commercial, Contract, European, Employment, and Consumer Law. This educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in legal principles related to data protection. She holds CIPP/E certification and is an IRCA Certified Lead Auditor for ISO27001 and ISO 9001, further enhancing her expertise in data governance and compliance.
Background
Before joining Provenir, Claire H. held several significant positions in data protection. She worked as the Data Protection Officer at Business Intelligence | Informa from 2018 to 2019 in London, United Kingdom. Following that, she served as the Head of Data Protection at LV= from 2019 to 2021 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. Additionally, she briefly worked at Monzo Bank as Group Data Protection Officer for three months in 2021. Her career reflects extensive experience in advising on data governance and compliance in regulated environments.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Claire H. has developed and implemented data privacy frameworks and strategies across various industries in the EMEA and APAC regions. She specializes in data protection law and strategy, advising organizations on global regulatory compliance. Claire is a member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), which underscores her commitment to the field of data protection and compliance.