Governance & Data Protection (GDPR) Manager

Inspire Education Group (IEG); Stamford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave

LGPS pension

Health & wellbeing benefits

Professional development support

Employee discounts

Job summary

Inspire Education Group (IEG) is seeking a Governance & Data Protection Manager to lead information governance, data protection compliance and policy frameworks across our Further Education College Group. The role involves coordinating GDPR compliance, managing information rights requests and maintaining records and policies.

You will work closely with the CFO and Governance Director, providing expert guidance and ensuring high standards of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GDPR and information governance principles.
• Strong communication and IT skills to prepare reports and analyse information.
• Experience with data protection processes or information rights requests is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate GDPR/data protection compliance and information governance across the group.
• Manage FOI/EIR requests and information asset registers.
• Maintain records retention schedules and policy reviews.

Skills

Data protection

GDPR

Governance

Information governance

Risk management

Communication skills

Job description

Are you experienced in governance, data protection, compliance and policy management? Do you enjoy bringing structure to complex processes, managing risk and helping organisations maintain high standards of accountability and good practice?

IEG is looking for a proactive and organised Governance & Data Protection (GDPR) Manager to lead information governance, data protection compliance and policy frameworks across our Further Education College Group.

Working closely with the Chief Finance Officer and Governance Director, you will play a key role in ensuring that our policies, procedures and governance arrangements remain effective, compliant and fit for purpose. You will provide specialist advice and guidance across the Group, supporting colleagues to manage information responsibly, maintain robust records and meet relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to organisational improvement, supporting effective decision-making, managing compliance risks and promoting a culture of transparency, accountability and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Data Protection & GDPR:Coordinate compliance with data protection legislation, manage information rights requests and oversee personal data breach processes.
• Freedom of Information:Manage FOI and EIR requests, ensuring responses meet statutory deadlines.
• Records & Information Management:Maintain records retention arrangements, information asset registers and secure data disposal processes.
• Governance & Risk:Maintain risk registers, prepare compliance reports and support meetings with senior leaders and governance committees.
• Policy Management: Support the coordination of policy reviews and work with colleagues across the Group to ensure policies remain current, compliant and accessible.

The full job description and person specification are available to view for further details about the role.

About you

You will be organised, methodical and confident managing sensitive information, competing priorities and compliance processes. You will also bring:

• Working knowledge of GDPR, data protection legislation and information governance principles.
• Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills, with the ability to prepare reports and analyse information.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively, using initiative and discretion when handling confidential information.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, and continuous professional development.

Experience in data protection processes, compliance monitoring, policy implementation or information rights requests would be advantageous.

Why work for IEG?

• Generous Leave: Up to 43 days annual leave per year, including Bank Holidays and Christmas close (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.