Deputy Data Protection Officer - Lead Compliance & Advisory

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA); Offham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in the UK seeks a Grade 7 Data Protection Officer to support the DPO in ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. The role requires developing expertise, advising colleagues, and performing assurance functions across various organizations. Ideal candidates are autonomous and decision-oriented, with strong communication skills. This position is based in Offham but may involve travel and overnight stays.

Benefits

Disability Confident employer policy

Potential for travel and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work autonomously and take responsibility.
• Capacity to identify opportunities for compliance improvements.
• Experience in providing data protection advice and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Develop data protection knowledge and expertise.
• Offer advice and guidance to colleagues.
• Perform assurance functions for data protection compliance.
• Oversee distinct areas of work as needed.
• Cover for the DPO during absences.

Skills

Data protection expertise

Effective communication

Decision-making

Job description

A government department in the UK seeks a Grade 7 Data Protection Officer to support the DPO in ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. The role requires developing expertise, advising colleagues, and performing assurance functions across various organizations. Ideal candidates are autonomous and decision-oriented, with strong communication skills. This position is based in Offham but may involve travel and overnight stays.