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Data Minimisation Architect
Redesigns systems to collect and retain only the data actually needed
£55k–£110k Regulation-driven
What it involves
Audits data flows across an organisation and redesigns systems to eliminate unnecessary personal data collection, reducing both privacy risk and breach exposure.
Skills & knowledge needed
Data architecturePrivacy by designSystems analysisGDPRTechnical documentation
Why it's emerging now
Regulators increasingly penalise excessive data collection, not just misuse — minimisation is now a legal obligation.
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