Data Protection Manager

Transport UK Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport organization in Glasgow is seeking a Data Protection Manager to safeguard data and ensure compliance. The role involves maintaining data protection frameworks, driving ISO27001 implementation, and providing training. Candidates should possess advanced knowledge of GDPR and excellent communication skills. The company offers competitive benefits, including a discretionary bonus scheme, hybrid working, and extensive personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Discretionary ScotRail Season Ticket

Discretionary bonus scheme

Hybrid working

34 days holiday

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of GDPR and data protection regulations.
• Ability to drive implementation of ISO27001:2022.
• Skills to deliver engaging data protection training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance data protection framework and policies.
• Act as the point of contact for data protection queries.
• Manage Data Protection Impact Assessments and risk mitigation.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of data protection regulations and GDPR

Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office suite)

Education

GDPR qualifications

Experience with ISO 27001

Tools

ISO 27001

Job description

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Data Protection Manager

Application Deadline: 2 January 2026

Department: Business Support & Governance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Glasgow

Reporting To: Head of Operations

Description

Are you passionate about data protection and information security? Do you want to play a key role in safeguarding data and driving compliance across a dynamic organisation? Solvd. is looking for a Data Protection Manager to join our team and lead on data protection strategy and best practice.

What you'll do

• Maintain and enhance our data protection framework, policies, and processes to ensure compliance with GDPR and other regulations.
• Drive the implementation and ongoing maintenance of ISO27001:2022.
• Act as the first point of contact for data protection queries, breaches, and subject access requests.
• Deliver engaging data protection training to colleagues and promote best practice across departments.
• Manage Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and attend group Data Protection Forums.
• Support information security initiatives and contribute to ISO 27001 certification.

What we're looking for

Essential

• Advanced knowledge of data protection regulations and GDPR.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of information security principles and a willingness to develop further.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with auditors, suppliers, and colleagues.
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Office suite).

Desirable

• GDPR qualifications
• Experience with ISO 27001
• Data protection auditing

For full details refer to the attached Role Profile.

Welcome to your Solvd. Journey

Joining Solvd. means becoming part of a team that values your development and wellbeing. We offer:

• On-the-job training and continuous personal development opportunities.
• Regular performance feedback and 1:1s to help you succeed.
• Support for family events, personal support, and a focus on having fun in the workplace.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Competitive benefits.

Benefits

• Discretionary ScotRail Season Ticket (home to work)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (for most roles, after probation)
• Living Wage and Living Hours Accredited
• 34 days holiday (including public holidays) with option to buy additional
• Generous salary exchange Pension Scheme and Life Assurance Scheme
• Optional Health Cashplan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Support including mental, physical, financial and social
• Flexible dress code where you can Dress for Your Day!
• Social events including Summer Event and Christmas Party

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role at the heart of our operations, apply today! Please note interviews are likely to take place on 6 January 2026.

Solvd. are Disability Confident accredited and committed member of Inclusive Employers. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you need any support or further information before applying for this role, please get in touch with our People Team via [e-mail].

Successful completion of security and background checks will be required.

Apply now and choose your ticket to join us on the Solvd. journey!