Deputy Data Protection Officer (AI and Ethics)

Financial Ombudsman Service; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organisation is looking for a Deputy Data Protection Officer to enhance its compliance and privacy culture. This full-time role involves providing expert advice on data protection issues and implementing risk mitigation strategies. The successful candidate will have experience in data ethics and completeness in data analytics. The position comes with a competitive salary and a hybrid working arrangement with specific on-site requirements.

Benefits

25 days holiday entitlement

Generous pension

Private medical insurance

Gym membership discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing privacy risks and implementing mitigation measures.
• Ability to design frameworks for responsible use of personal data.
• Experience with data analytics and ensuring fairness in models.
• Track record of providing strategic project management.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice for data subject requests.
• Assist with data protection impact assessments.
• Support delivery of staff training.
• Safeguard sensitive information within a compliance framework.

Skills

Data privacy assessment

Stakeholder influence

Problem-solving

Data ethics framework design

Job description

Deputy Data Protection Officer

We are seeking a Deputy Data Protection Officer to contribute to our organisation’s ongoing compliance and privacy culture. This key role supports organisational compliance with UK GDPR and related legislation.

Contract

12‑month fixed‑term contract (secondment for internal applications).

Working hours

35 hours per week constitutes full‑time employment. Where possible we are open to considering part‑time or flexible working arrangements.

Salary

Circa £75,850.

Location

London Docklands – hybrid policy sees us all working at least four days across a fortnight in the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and guidance to colleagues managing data subject requests.
• Assist with data protection impact assessments.
• Support delivery of staff training.
• Central to safeguarding sensitive information while enabling the achievement of business objectives within a robust compliance framework.

Minimum Criteria

• Demonstrable experience in assessing privacy risks and implementing appropriate mitigation measures, particularly in contexts such as cloud migrations, cloud service usage and the introduction of new and emerging technologies into operational functions.
• Proven ability to design and implement data ethics frameworks for the processing of personal data, ensuring the responsible use of innovative technologies including intelligent automation, pattern recognition and navigation tools, algorithms and machine learning.
• Experience working with data analytics and data science concepts and tools to promote best practices in data ethics, with a strong focus on ensuring that models are fair and as free from bias as possible.
• Track record of providing project management and subject matter expertise on strategic and / or complex technology‑based digital transformation projects and workstreams delivering risk‑based advice and in‑depth analysis.

Desirable Criteria

• Proven ability to establish positive working relationships and to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem‑solving and process enhancement.
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
• Dedication to continuous professional development within the domains of data protection and privacy.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday entitlement with the option to buy extra days.
• Generous pension.
• Private medical insurance, virtual GP, critical illness cover and life assurance.
• Choice of voluntary benefits including technology scheme, cycle‑to‑work scheme and will‑writing service.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and career development.
• Nationwide gym membership discounts and a fully equipped on‑site gym (London).
• Extensive well‑being resources, including on‑site therapists (London office only).
• Bright and modern London office with views of the Thames.

How to Apply

Please apply by uploading a current CV. A supporting statement may also be included. Applications are due by 23:59 Wednesday 15 October 2025.

Equal Opportunities

We view diversity as fundamental to our success and welcome applications from under‑represented groups across all communities. We are committed to being an inclusive employer, are a Disability Confident Leader and will provide reasonable adjustments where required.