Data Privacy Coordinator

Sovereign Network Group; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A large housing association based in Basingstoke is seeking a Junior Data Privacy Coordinator to support data protection efforts. Responsible for coordinating data privacy requests and assisting with various compliance activities, the ideal candidate has strong IT skills, excellent analytical and organizational abilities, and is able to handle sensitive information discreetly. Benefits include 25 days of holiday, pension scheme, and a supportive work environment. This role will require 3 days in the office initially.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Flexible benefits package for holiday

3 extra paid Wellbeing days

Generous matched pension scheme

Private medical insurance options

Wellbeing discounts

Qualifications

• Good standard of education appropriate to the role.
• Ability to work independently, managing data privacy queries.
• Sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Triaging and coordinating data privacy requests.
• Supporting the business on data protection matters.
• Assisting with DPIAs and maintaining RoPAs.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Excellent analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Pro

Job description

Overview

SNG (Sovereign Network Group) is one of the largest housing associations in England. We provide over 85,000 homes and invest in communities across the South, West and East of England, including London, as well as building thousands of new affordable homes every year.

Role

We have an opportunity for a Junior Data Privacy Coordinator to join our team. This role will be based in Basingstoke, with travel to other offices as required. The team are currently working 2 days a week in the office. The successful candidate will be working 3 days a week in the office for the first 2 months.

Responsibilities

• Triaging and coordinating data privacy requests, including advice queries, complaints and DSARs.
• Supporting the business on data protection and privacy matters, including incidents, breaches and mitigating actions.
• Assisting with DPIAs, maintaining Records of Processing Activities (RoPAs) and monitoring data protection KPIs.
• Supporting the review and maintenance of data protection policies, procedures and training materials.
• Working collaboratively across SNG to address privacy issues and support wider projects.
• Contributing to regulatory compliance activities, including policy development, training and monitoring.
• Role modelling SNG values, prioritising health and safety, and engaging in ongoing learning and development.

What you’ll need

Essential:

• A good standard of education appropriate to the level and responsibilities of the role.
• Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Pro.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to work independently, managing and prioritising the intake and triage of data privacy queries.
• Sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate and engage effectively with others.

Desirable:

• Degree-level education.
• Professional data protection qualifications (such as CIPP/E), or a willingness to work towards one.
• Strong research skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, customers and external stakeholders.

Why Join Us

At SNG, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values fairness, inclusion, and supporting the wellbeing and development of our people.

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Option to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
• 3 extra paid Wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days
• Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary
• Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
• Enhanced paternity pay - 6 weeks full pay (after 26 weeks' service)
• Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness cover
• Wellbeing discounts, including Gym Memberships and access to a 24/7 virtual GP service.

If this sounds like the opportunity you're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.