Data Protection Officer - Temp

Reed; Horsham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data protection consultancy in Horsham seeks a proactive Data Privacy Advisor to ensure compliance with UK data protection legislation. This role involves advising on data protection matters, responding to requests, and embedding best practices across departments. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in a compliance role and strong understanding of UK legislation. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a data protection or similar compliance role.
• Strong understanding of UK data protection legislation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to subject access and disclosure requests within defined timescales.
• Investigate and advise on data protection issues, risks, and breaches.
• Maintain accurate records of advice, breaches, and compliance activities.

Skills

Data protection compliance

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Problem-solving

IT skills

Education

BCS (ISEB) qualification in Data Protection or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Data Privacy Advisor to support our Data Protection team in ensuring compliance with UK data protection legislation. This role involves providing expert advice, investigating data protection issues, and supporting the organisation in embedding privacy best practices across all departments.

You’ll play a key role in reviewing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), responding to subject access and disclosure requests, and helping to maintain a strong culture of compliance and data integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to subject access and disclosure requests within defined timescales.
• Investigate and advise on data protection issues, risks, and breaches.
• Support the review and completion of DPIAs and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of advice, breaches, and compliance activities.
• Assist in the development and delivery of data protection training.
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure internal policies remain current.
• Liaise with stakeholders across the organisation to embed data protection protocols.
• Represent the business in compliance review meetings and support risk analysis.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 1 year experience in a data protection or similar compliance role.
• Strong understanding of UK data protection legislation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Strong IT skills and ability to work with various databases.

Desirable:

• BCS (ISEB) qualification in Data Protection or equivalent.
• Understanding of organisational strategy and long-term objectives.