Chris Bentley Pgcert McPara

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ABOUT CHRIS BENTLEY PGCERT MCPARA

With six years of consultancy experience, Chris excels in remote and onsite data compliance provision. Chris fosters strong internal and external relationships, vital for successful program implementation across diverse sectors including B2B, B2C, Healthcare, and Life Sciences. Offering global advice, Chris specializes in creating, developing, and managing privacy frameworks. Core competencies include strategic planning, relationship management, training, audit programs, and implementing data security measures. Proficient in OneTrust and Microsoft Office suite, Chris ensures compliance while utilizing PRINCE2 and AGILE methodologiesNotable Achievements:• Developing compliance within scope of the General Data Protection regulations, HIPAA, PIPEDA and Data Protection Act 2018.• Coordinating privacy function within a rapidly growing B2B organisation Established and led a comprehensive data protection function across a UK-wide company.• Experience with enhancing program development with 5 US companies with international operation. Navigating complex regulatory environment within life science sector.• 100 percent success rate in bringing substandard privacy programmes into locality compliance and best practice.• Co-leading on internal team sector specific forum in addition to usual responsibilities• Successfully managed the GDPR transition for a private healthcare company.• Oversaw the project management of a new IT system from inception through to practical use of Data Protection Impact Assessments. Coordinating key milestones to achieve privacy goals but improved commercial gain through efficiency, driving paper health records into a digitised format.• Demonstrated effective leadership in healthcare provision within a custodial environment, managing a team of 15 staff across 3 sites.With extensive expertise in data protection compliance, particularly GDPR and DPA 2018, skilled in computer security and privacy governance frameworks. Demonstrated ability to ensure data compliance with laws, with strong organizational and communication skills. Fluent in English, adept at strategic thinking with a compliance mindset.Chris is a seasoned professional with a proven track record in navigating complex data protection landscapes. With a focus on strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and compliance, Chris has a core belief that change occurs from leading by example. Chris is well-equipped to drive organizational success in today\'s data-driven world.