We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of data... Read more
We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of data protection and privacy practices. The successful candidate will help ensure that personal data is handled lawfully, securely and transparently, in line with applicable legislation, regulatory expectations and internal policies. This role will work closely with colleagues across information security, legal, technology, human resources, procurement and operational teams to provide practical, proportionate advice on privacy matters.
Key responsibilities will include maintaining records of processing activities, supporting data protection impact assessments, reviewing privacy notices, and advising on data sharing, retention, international transfers and the use of suppliers or third-party services. You will assist with the management of individual rights requests, personal data breaches, audits and compliance reviews, ensuring that issues are accurately recorded, investigated and resolved within required timescales. The role will also contribute to policy development, staff guidance and awareness initiatives, helping to embed good data protection practice throughout the organisation. You may be required to monitor regulatory developments and assess their potential impact on business processes.
Applicants should have practical experience in data protection, privacy, information governance or a closely related field, together with a sound understanding of relevant data protection principles and legislation. Experience of conducting risk assessments, documenting processing activities, handling rights requests or supporting breach management would be advantageous. Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to explain complex requirements clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. You will be expected to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, exercise sound judgement and work collaboratively while handling sensitive information with discretion. Relevant professional qualifications or membership of a recognised privacy or information governance body would be desirable.
Read lessNorwich, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist (0619) to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of... Read more
We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist (0619) to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of data protection and privacy practices. The successful candidate will provide practical advice on the collection, use, storage, sharing and retention of personal data, helping teams meet applicable legal, regulatory and organisational requirements. This role will work with stakeholders across the organisation to promote responsible information handling and strengthen a culture of privacy and accountability.
Key responsibilities will include maintaining records of processing activities, supporting data protection impact assessments, reviewing privacy notices, and advising on data sharing arrangements, contracts and information governance procedures. You will monitor compliance with policies and relevant legislation, assist with the management of individual rights requests, and support the investigation, recording and reporting of personal data breaches. The role will also contribute to staff training and awareness activities, prepare reports and management information, and help identify and address privacy risks through audits, reviews and improvement plans.
Applicants should have experience in data protection, information governance, privacy, compliance or a closely related field, with a sound understanding of data protection principles and their practical application. Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory guidance is essential, alongside the ability to interpret requirements and provide clear, proportionate advice to non-specialists. Strong analytical, organisational and written communication skills are required, together with discretion when handling sensitive information. You should be confident working independently and collaboratively, managing competing priorities, maintaining accurate records and building effective relationships with colleagues and external partners. A relevant professional qualification or recognised privacy certification would be advantageous, as would experience using case management, governance or records management systems.
Read lessOxford, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of data... Read more
We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of data protection practices across the organisation. This role will provide expert guidance on privacy requirements, help promote a strong culture of compliance, and ensure that personal information is handled lawfully, fairly and transparently throughout its lifecycle. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across the business, providing practical advice on data protection obligations and supporting the delivery of privacy-focused initiatives.
Key responsibilities will include advising on data protection legislation, internal policies and relevant regulatory guidance; reviewing and documenting privacy impact assessments; supporting records of processing activities; and contributing to the development and maintenance of data protection policies, procedures and guidance. You will assist with the assessment and management of data breaches, information rights requests and data-sharing arrangements, escalating matters where appropriate. The role will also involve reviewing contracts and supplier arrangements for suitable privacy provisions, monitoring compliance activity, supporting audits, and maintaining accurate records and management information.
Applicants should have demonstrable experience in data protection, privacy, information governance or a closely related discipline, together with a sound understanding of applicable data protection legislation and regulatory expectations. Professional qualifications or recognised training in data protection, information governance, law, risk or compliance would be advantageous. You will need excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex requirements clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. A proactive, pragmatic and collaborative approach is essential, along with discretion when handling sensitive information, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work to deadlines.
Read lessManchester, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of data... Read more
We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of data protection and privacy practices across the organisation. This role will provide practical advice on privacy requirements, help promote a culture of responsible information handling, and contribute to ensuring that personal data is processed lawfully, fairly and transparently. The successful candidate will work with colleagues across a range of business areas and will be confident explaining complex regulatory requirements in a clear and accessible way.
Key responsibilities will include supporting data protection impact assessments, records of processing activities, legitimate interest assessments, privacy notices, data-sharing arrangements and the management of data subject rights requests. You will assist with monitoring compliance against applicable data protection legislation and internal policies, contribute to audits and risk assessments, and help maintain accurate documentation and reporting. The role will also involve supporting the investigation and management of personal data breaches, coordinating remedial actions, and providing guidance on information retention, access controls, confidentiality and secure data handling. You may also contribute to privacy reviews of new projects, systems, suppliers and processes.
Applicants should have practical experience in data protection, privacy, information governance, compliance or a closely related field, together with a sound understanding of relevant legislation and regulatory guidance. Professional qualifications or recognised training in data protection would be advantageous. You should have strong analytical, organisational and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities while working to deadlines. Experience of handling sensitive or confidential information, producing clear written guidance, and building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels is essential. A proactive, collaborative approach and commitment to maintaining high professional standards are expected.
Read lessBirmingham, England, United KingdomPermanent
We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of data... Read more
We are seeking a Data Protection Specialist to support the effective management, implementation and continuous improvement of data protection practices across the organisation. The successful candidate will provide practical advice on privacy and information governance matters, helping teams understand and meet their legal, regulatory and internal obligations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who can translate complex requirements into clear, workable guidance.
Key responsibilities will include monitoring compliance with applicable data protection legislation and policies; advising on data processing activities, privacy notices, data-sharing arrangements and retention requirements; supporting data protection impact assessments and legitimate interest assessments; maintaining accurate records of processing activities; and assisting with the review of contracts, procedures and information governance documentation. You will also help coordinate responses to data subject rights requests, investigate and manage personal data breaches, maintain appropriate registers, and contribute to internal audits and compliance reporting. The role will involve working collaboratively with legal, security, technology, HR and operational teams, as well as delivering awareness guidance and training to colleagues.
Applicants should have experience in a data protection, privacy, compliance or information governance environment, together with a sound understanding of relevant data protection principles and regulatory expectations. A recognised qualification in data protection, privacy, law, information governance or a related discipline is desirable. You will need strong analytical and organisational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion. The ideal candidate will be confident assessing risk, prioritising competing demands and providing clear, proportionate advice to a wide range of stakeholders. Experience with data mapping, incident management, policy development, audits or privacy management systems would be advantageous. A proactive approach, sound judgement and commitment to continuous improvement are essential.
Read lessCambridge, England, United KingdomPermanent
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