Regulations and Data Protection Officer (DPO) - Cois Sionna Desmond CU Limerick/North Kerry

Regulations and Data Protection Officer (DPO) - Cois Sionna Desmond CU

Cois Sionna Desmond Credit Union is a not for profit, community-based credit union, proudly supporting its 58,000 members across its 15-branch network, located throughout the Limerick and North Kerry region.

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Regulations & Data Protection Officer (DPO) to join our Regulations Team on a permanent, fulltime basis. The base location will be dependent on the successful candidate, within the branch network. Candidates should be flexible to work and travel between branches as required.

Main Responsibilities

The role of Regulations & DPO is a key governance role within the credit union, combining responsibility for the Data Protection Officer function with support for Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter Terrorist Financing (CTF), Risk, and Compliance activities.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Regulations Manager and wider team on a day-to-day basis, while maintaining the required independence of the DPO function, including a dotted reporting line to the CEO and Board. The role plays a critical part in ensuring the credit union meets all legal and regulatory obligations and operates within its defined risk appetite.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance or data protection professional to take on a high-impact role within a community-focused financial institution, offering exposure to senior leadership and meaningful engagement across governance, risk, and regulatory domains.

• Working knowledge of GDPR/Data Protection Acts, AML/CFT, and Central Bank regulatory expectations.
• Awareness of IT security concepts relevant to GDPR, including technical and organisational measures used to protect personal data and reduce the risk of data breaches.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills; able to work on own initiative.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (including clear report writing for senior audiences).
• Flexible and adaptable to learn and work on different tasks, in different situations.
• Collaborative, approachable, and discreet; demonstrates sound judgement and integrity.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, with excellent Excel skills, along with good keyboard skills.
• Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle are desirable as travel between branches may be required.

Qualifications

• A relevant third level qualification (risk, compliance, AML, data protection) desired; commitment to complete further studies appropriate to the needs of the position.
• 2+ years' experience in a related risk/compliance/data protection role (financial services or comparable regulated environment preferred).

Cois Sionna Desmond Credit Union Limited is proud to support an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Cois Sionna Desmond Credit Union Limited is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

Job listing expires at 5:00pm on Sunday October 4th, 2026

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