Data Protection Manager Ashford £55k

Office Angels; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Additional annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Wellbeing benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development

Discount platform

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Office Angels in Ashford, Kent seeks a Data Protection Manager to lead information governance and protection across the organisation, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and DSPT. You will work with senior leaders, IT and clinical teams to manage data protection and information security obligations.

The role focuses on practical, outcome‑driven advice, is hybrid with on-site parking, and offers a competitive salary and benefits package including pension and enhanced leave.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Data Protection, Information Governance, Freedom of Information or Cyber Security.
• A recognised Data Protection or Information Governance qualification (or actively working towards one).
• Strong knowledge of UK GDPR, data protection legislation and information governance frameworks.
• Experience in healthcare or another highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee information governance and data protection activity across the business, ensuring UK GDPR compliance.
• Lead on SARs, FOIs, DPAs and information sharing arrangements with risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams on cyber security initiatives and incident response.
• Act as trusted advisor to colleagues and senior leaders on data protection matters.
• Use audits and monitoring to strengthen governance and reduce risk.

Skills

Data Protection

Information Governance

Cyber Security

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Professional qualification in Data Protection/Information Governance

Job description

Are you a Data Protection Manager who understands that information governance is more than compliance - it's about protecting people? If so, we have the most perfect position for you.

Job Title: Data Protection Manager

Location: Ashford, Kent with free on site parking

Salary: 50,000 - 55,000

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5pm

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• The opportunity to join a great Pension Scheme
• Additional annual leave above statutory minimum based on service
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption leave and pay)
• Inclusive well being benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme including free 24/7 independent counselling and occupational health services
• Professional development opportunities
• Free membership to the reward and discount platform
• Access to Blue Light Card and other Discount Schemes

The position:

As the Data Protection Manager your role will sit at the centre of how our client manages data protection, information governance, and information security. You'll work closely with senior leaders, operational teams, clinical colleagues, and external partners to ensure they meet their legal, regulatory, and organisational responsibilities.

You'll lead the operational delivery of data protection and information governance across the organisation, acting as the primary internal lead while working alongside the appointed external Data Protection Officer (DPO). You'll provide expert advice, manage compliance activity, and help shape how this organisation respond to an increasingly complex information and cyber security landscape.

This is not just about policies and processes. It's about ensuring information is handled safely, securely and in a way that supports high-quality care.

What will your new role involve?

• You’ll oversee information governance and data protection activity across the business, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR, DSPT and wider regulatory requirements.
• You’ll lead on SARs, FOIs, DPIAs and information sharing arrangements, ensuring requests are handled efficiently and risks are identified early.
• Working closely with IT and security teams, you’ll support cyber security initiatives, incident response, and organisational awareness.
• You’ll act as a trusted advisor to colleagues and senior leaders, helping them navigate complex data protection and information governance matters.
• Using audits, reviews and compliance monitoring, you’ll identify opportunities to strengthen governance, reduce risk, and improve organisational practice.

You’ll be the ideal candidate for this role if you have:

• Significant experience in Data Protection, Information Governance, Freedom of Information or Cyber Security.
• A recognised Data Protection or Information Governance qualification (or actively working towards one).
• Strong knowledge of UK GDPR, data protection legislation and information governance frameworks.
• Experience working within the healthcare sector, or another highly regulated environments.
• The ability to interpret complex legislation and provide practical, outcome-focused advice to colleagues and senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risk and make sound recommendations.
• The ability to build strong working relationships and take a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.