Assistant Data Protection Officer

MHR; Ruddington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

MHR is seeking an Assistant Data Protection Officer to safeguard personal information and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. This role involves managing projects, collaborating with various teams, and fostering a culture of privacy. Join us to make a significant impact in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Access to over 60 internal training courses

24/7 access to a GP through SmartHealth

Option to purchase or sell additional holiday days

Enhanced family leave policies

Discounts at over 900 retailers

Monthly recognition programs

Referral bonuses up to £2,000

Employee-led social events

Optional private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in data protection, compliance, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of UK & EU GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Manage DPO-based projects, ensuring successful implementations.
• Engage with stakeholders to complete tasks within timelines.
• Implement and maintain a data governance strategy.

Skills

Data protection

Compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant certifications (CISM, CISSP, CISMP)

ISEB Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection

Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E)

Job description

At MHR, our employees are central to our success and play a key role in helping customers achieve sustainable high performance. With a team of over 900 professionals, we work to ensure smooth operations for large organisations and individual employees alike. As businesses face rapid changes in the world of work, our team is here to help them adapt and thrive.

By focusing on the core needs of efficiency, productivity, growth, and impact, our employees leverage their expertise to deliver real solutions through our People and Finance platform. This system, covering finance, HR, payroll, and learning, enables businesses to operate more smoothly and make better decisions in real time.

With over 40 years of experience, MHR’s track record as a high-performance organisation is built on clear goals, a shared vision, and strong communication—all of which we pass on to our customers.

MHR is more than just a workplace; it’s a platform for empowerment. Joining us means bringing innovation, technology, and teamwork together to remove obstacles, enhance your skills, and allow you to focus on what matters most—meaningful work.

With us, you’ll grow, find your flow, and make a lasting difference in your career, your team, and your impact.

Your Career

Are you passionate about protecting data and ensuring privacy in a rapidly evolving digital landscape? We’re seeking an Assistant Data Protection Officer to help safeguard our clients' and employees' personal information. In this pivotal role, you will support our efforts to comply with data protection regulations, implement robust data governance strategies, and foster a culture of privacy across the organisation.

Your Team

The Data Protection Office is a dedicated team of professionals handling all aspects of data protection, from impact assessments to retention guidance. You will collaborate closely with our Cyber Security, Business Assurance, Legal, and IT teams, providing support across the organisation. Your stakeholders will include the Executive Team, Directors, and the Board. As part of a close-knit team, you will be encouraged to challenge, grow, and develop your expertise in Data Protection, with ample opportunities for further education.

Your Impact

We seek a highly motivated, detail-oriented Assistant Data Protection Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will assist in managing compliance with international data protection and privacy legislation, supporting our company and clients in meeting these standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of DPO-based projects, including planning, monitoring, control, reporting, and communication to ensure successful implementations within quality, time, and budget constraints.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure understanding, management, and completion of tasks within agreed timelines, and produce progress reports for stakeholders and the Executive Board.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining a data governance strategy, managing privacy risks, and tracking Data Protection Impact Assessments and audits.
• Support responses to Supplier Due Diligence requests and assist in developing communications, training, and guidance on data privacy compliance.
• Ensure individuals' rights are managed according to company policies, maintain processing records, manage offboarding processes, and support data breach management.
• Manage incident logs, coordinate updates and closures, liaise with the Information Security Manager, and support responses to customer contract queries.

Qualifications

• Experience in data protection, compliance, or related roles in a commercial or public sector setting.
• Strong understanding of data protection regulations, including UK & EU GDPR.

Desirable

• Relevant certifications (CISM, CISSP, CISMP)
• ISEB Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection
• Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E)

Benefits To Support You Personally And Professionally

• Access to over 60 internal training courses, professional qualifications, and mentoring programs.
• 24/7 access to a GP through SmartHealth, mental health support, and paid sick leave.
• Option to purchase or sell additional holiday days beyond 25 days and bank holidays.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Discounts at over 900 retailers through My MHRewards.
• Monthly recognition programs and departmental awards.
• Referral bonuses up to £2,000.
• Employee-led social events and on-site subsidised restaurants.
• Optional benefits like private medical insurance and dental coverage.

We value well-being, financial stability, and inclusivity, striving to provide a supportive working environment. At MHR, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all voices are heard and everyone feels valued. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities. If you need assistance during the interview process, please let us know, and we will accommodate your needs.