Deputy Data Protection Officer - Lead Compliance & Advisory

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA); Alnwick; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A government environmental agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Grade 7 Data Protection Officer to support compliance with UK GDPR. The role involves providing advice, managing distinct work areas, and supporting colleagues across various organizations. Ideal candidates should have experience in data protection, decision-making skills, and the ability to foster relationships. This position may require travel to other sites.

Benefits

Disability Confident employer

Qualifications

• Experience with UK GDPR compliance.
• Ability to work autonomously and improve processes.
• Comfortable taking responsibility for decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop data protection knowledge and expertise.
• Provide advice and guidance to colleagues.
• Perform assurance function across Defra Group.
• Take responsibility for distinct areas of work.
• Provide cover for the DPO when absent.
• Support colleagues across Defra as needed.

Skills

Data protection knowledge

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Decision-making

Job description

A government environmental agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Grade 7 Data Protection Officer to support compliance with UK GDPR. The role involves providing advice, managing distinct work areas, and supporting colleagues across various organizations. Ideal candidates should have experience in data protection, decision-making skills, and the ability to foster relationships. This position may require travel to other sites.