Second Line Risk Analyst, Data Protection Office, Dublin

Location/Office Policy:  Central Park, Leopardstown (Hybrid) – 3 days in office

• Do you want a role that is challenging, rewarding and all about keeping AIB and its customers personal data safe from harm?

• Do you enjoy assessing risk?

• Are you ready for your next challenge in the fight for Data Protection, to join a second line of defence Compliance team in the Ireland’s leading Retail Bank?

What is the Role:

Group Compliance is a Second Line of Defence function within AIB Group.  Privacy and Data Protection Risk is managed by the Data Protection Officer (DPO) team, headed up by the Data Protection Officer within AIB Group Compliance, where the DPO builds and maintains effective working relationships with our  Regulator (the Data Protection Commission).

The role sits within the Data Protection Office, which forms part of the Compliance function. It offers the opportunity to operate in a dynamic regulatory environment, working closely with key business areas across the Bank to embed strong data protection practices and support compliance with regulatory obligations. Applications are invited from ambitious professionals seeking to build a career in Compliance.

Key accountabilities:

• Work independently and as part of a team to deliver effective data protection risk management.
• Provide accurate, consistent, and timely data protection advice, particularly in relation to Personal Data Breaches.
• Act as the main point of contact for AIB and its Data Protection regulator, coordinating accurate and timely responses.
• Actively collaborate with colleagues across the DP Community, delivering a consistent application of data protection standards.
• Seek out ways to enhance processes and controls to mitigate risk by continuously challenging current processes.
• Deliver training to business areas on regulatory requirements, with a focus on Personal Data Breaches

What you Will Bring: 

• A minimum of two years’ experience working within banking or financial services, with exposure to a regulated environment.
• Experience in Data Protection is desirable, including the practical application of GDPR through a risk-based approach within a regulated banking environment.
• Strong ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with a demonstrated ability to deliver high‑quality outcomes under pressure and within competing priorities.
• Experience managing relationships with business stakeholders and/or regulators, including the ability to communicate complex requirements clearly and pragmatically.

A Reminder of What We Offer:

We are committed to offering our colleagues choice and flexibility in how we work and live and our hybrid working model enables our people to balance their time between working from home and their designated office, subject to their role, the needs of our customers and business requirements.

Some of our benefits include;

• Market leading Pension Scheme
• Healthcare Scheme
• Variable Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family leave options
• Two volunteer days per year

Please click here for further information about AIB’s PACT – Our Commitment to You.

Key Capabilities

• Customer First - Building strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Collaborates - Works collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.

• Accountability - Demonstrates ownership, responsibility, and provides balanced, constructive feedback.

Technical Capabilities

• Legal, Regulatory & Compliance – Maintains up to date knowledge of regulatory requirements to ensure appropriate application.
• Risk Analysis - Utilises AIB’s standard risk analysis frameworks and methods to determine materiality of risks

• Communication - Communicates with clarity and precision in both written and verbal contexts. Presenting complex information in a concise format that is audience appropriate.

If you are not sure about your suitability based on any aspects of the role advertised, we encourage you to please contact the Recruiter for this role, Nicole, at careers@aib.ie  for a conversation.

AIB is an equal opportunities employer, and we pride ourselves on being the first bank in Ireland to receive the Investors in Diversity Gold Standard accreditation from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please email the Talent Acquisition team at careers@aib.ie

Disclaimer:

Unsolicited CV’s sent to AIB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AIB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.  

Application deadline : 01/04/2026