Data Privacy & Governance Lead – AI-Driven Public Services

Government Digital Service; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Government Digital Service (GDS) in the United Kingdom is seeking a Data Governance Lead (Data Protection) to drive privacy and data governance across GOV.UK products and services. You will design controls, lead DPIAs, and ensure compliance with data protection law while enabling rapid delivery.

The role requires leading data governance, delivering high quality notices and processing records, and working closely with internal teams and external bodies such as the ICO to maintain public trust and

Qualifications

• Data protection knowledge with practical application to government services.
• Experience leading data protection teams toward strategic objectives.
• Ability to deliver under tight deadlines in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Data Governance team and contribute to the leadership group.
• Design and implement privacy and data protection controls across products.
• Deliver DPIAs, Privacy Notices and Records of Processing Activities at pace.
• Oversee staff training to ensure strong data privacy culture.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders including ICO.
• Support heads of data governance in strategy and risk management.
• Prioritise work to align with strategic objectives and deadlines.
• Provide expert guidance on AI processing while balancing compliance with delivery needs.

Skills

Data Protection

Privacy

Leadership

Risk management

Communication

Education

IAPP (CIPP/E)

CIPM

BCS (ISEB)

Job description

Government Digital Service (GDS) in the United Kingdom is seeking a Data Governance Lead (Data Protection) to drive privacy and data governance across GOV.UK products and services. You will design controls, lead DPIAs, and ensure compliance with data protection law while enabling rapid delivery.

The role requires leading data governance, delivering high quality notices and processing records, and working closely with internal teams and external bodies such as the ICO to maintain public trust and