Graduate Data Governance & Compliance Officer

Oaklands College; St Albans; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

LGPS pension scheme

CPD and free courses

Onsite parking

Onsite gym access

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye care vouchers

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing support

Staff development days and awards

Job summary

Oaklands College is seeking a Law graduate to turn theory into real-world experience in data protection and governance. You will help implement GDPR, respond to SARs, review notices, assist with DPIAs, and support audits while learning how legislation is applied in a large education setting.

You will collaborate with IT, People and professional services, developing practical legal and commercial skills for a career in data protection, privacy and information governance.

Qualifications

• LLB Law degree or equivalent legal qualification.
• Interest in data protection, privacy, information law or compliance.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confidence handling sensitive information and interpreting legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
• Coordinate and respond to Subject Access Requests (SARs).
• Assist with Freedom of Information requests and DPIAs.
• Support management and investigation of potential data breaches.
• Review privacy notices, policies and procedures.
• Support data-sharing agreements and information governance.
• Maintain compliance records, logs and documentation.
• Monitor data retention and information management requirements.
• Undertake legal and regulatory research.
• Support internal audits and compliance reviews.
• Provide guidance and awareness to colleagues.
• Collaborate with People, IT and wider professional services.

Skills

Data protection interest

Privacy knowledge

Information law

Compliance mindset

Analytical skills

Research skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Education

LLB Law degree

Job description

Turn your law degree into real-world experience

Are you a Law graduate interested in data protection, GDPR, information governance and compliance?

This is an opportunity to start your career in a growing specialist area, gaining practical experience of how legislation, regulation and good governance are applied within a large education organisation.

You'll work with colleagues across the College, developing your knowledge while supporting the responsible and compliant management of information.

Things you may be doing

As you develop in the role, you could get involved in:

• Supporting compliance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018

• Helping coordinate and respond to Subject Access Requests (SARs)

• Supporting Freedom of Information requests

• Assisting with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

• Supporting the management and investigation of potential data breaches

• Helping review privacy notices, policies and procedures

• Supporting data-sharing agreements and information governance arrangements

• Maintaining compliance records, logs and documentation

• Helping monitor data retention and information management requirements

• Undertaking legal and regulatory research

• Supporting internal audits and compliance reviews

• Helping provide guidance and awareness to colleagues

• Working with teams including People, IT and wider professional services

• Getting involved in wider governance and compliance projects as your knowledge and experience grows

About you

We're looking for someone who has:

• An LLB Law degree or equivalent legal qualification

• An interest in data protection, privacy, information law or compliance

• Strong analytical and research skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Confidence working with sensitive and confidential information

• An interest in interpreting legislation and applying it to real situations

• A proactive approach and willingness to learn

Previous GDPR or compliance experience isn't essential. We're looking for someone with a strong legal foundation and an interest in developing specialist knowledge.

What you'll gain

You'll develop practical experience across data protection, information governance, regulatory compliance and organisational risk.

The role could provide a strong foundation for a future career in data protection, privacy, information governance, compliance or risk, while developing highly transferable legal and commercial skills.

• Generous holiday allowance

• Local Government Pension Scheme with excellent employer contributions

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and free Adult Community Learning courses

• Free onsite permit parking

• Access to our onsite gym and discounted wellness treatments

• Cycle to Work Scheme and discounted travel through the UNO Bus Scheme

• Eye care vouchers

• Employee Assistance Programme offering advice and support

• Mental health and wellbeing support, including peer supporters

• Staff Development Days and annual awards celebrating your achievements