Data Protection Officer

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Greater London is looking for an experienced Data Protection Officer (DPO). The DPO will ensure compliance with data protection laws, provide expert advice, and develop policies for the Council and schools. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience in data protection and relevant qualifications. This full-time role offers a commitment of 35 hours a week and includes standard CRB/DBS checks.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in data protection.
• Experience in drafting policies and handling data breaches.
• Demonstrable experience in local government and education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver legally mandated role of Data Protection Officer.
• Accountability for data policies and compliance.
• Provide day-to-day legal advice on data protection.

Skills

Experience in delivering data protection services

Providing high-level advice

Developing data protection training

Education

Qualification in data protection, information security, or law

Job description

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• This is an opportunity for a talented and ambitious professional Data Protection Officer (DPO) to join our Law and Governance Service. The DPO role is critical in delivering advice with legally binding consequences to the council and schools and guiding the organization's strategy for fostering a data protection culture.
  

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Responsible for the delivery of the legally mandated role of Data Protection Officer for the Council and schools, including registration with the Information Commissioners Office.
  
• Provide technically proficient advice with legally binding consequences and ongoing professional development in data management.
  
• Accountability for the data policies within the Council and Schools, ensuring regular reviews and compliance with data protection laws.
  
• Provide day-to-day advice to ensure compliance with data protection laws.
  

Essential Experience Required

• At least 3 years of experience in delivering data protection services, including drafting and updating policies and procedures, assessment of DPIA’s, Data Sharing Agreements, Data Processing Agreements, and handling data breaches.
  
• Demonstrable experience of providing advice and guidance at the highest levels of organizations within the business context of local government and education.
  
• Experience in developing data protection training and delivering training.
  
• Qualification in data protection, information security, law, or equivalent training and/or certification.
  

Additional information to note

• Working hours: 35 hours per week
  
• Standard CRB/DBS is required for the role
  
• The role closes on 15th August 2025, apply ASAP.
  

Requirements

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in providing advice and guidance at the highest levels of organisations.
  
• Experience in developing and delivering data protection training
  
• Qualification in data protection, information security, law, or equivalent training and/or certification