Head of Data Protection & Data Protection Officer

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Head of Data Protection & Data Protection Officer, London

Client:

Lawrence Harvey

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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6

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Lawrence Harvey is delighted to be exclusively partnering with one of the most exciting companies in the Health-Tech space. They are leading in the software development space for healthcare and looking to transform their Data Protection team with this brand-new position of Head of Data Protection and Data Protection Officer.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and transform the data protection framework internally.
2. Work closely with the CISO, Product, and Engineering teams to develop the privacy frameworks.
3. Leverage and assist the key stakeholders in the business on AI and AI strategy.
4. Lead on DPIAs and other complex elements of the development.
5. Enable innovation in the existing privacy program.
6. Manage and upskill the existing small team.
7. Have total oversight/end-to-end management of a data protection function.

Requirements:

1. Extensive experience with the healthcare sector, especially within the NHS, ideally as a Head of or DPO.
2. Experience managing and developing teams.
3. Confident in working with internal and external stakeholders to promote data protection and the business.
4. Passionate about the healthcare/health-tech industry and data protection.
5. 3 days a week in their Central London office.
6. Salary between £100,000-£120,000 + generous offering in shares.
7. A hybrid working model - 3 days in the office and 2 at home.
8. Benefits offering of £600 to use how you please.
9. Working Abroad Policy.
10. Free breakfast and lunch in the office.
11. Fast growing and developing business.

Overall, it's an excellent time to join a business that is passionate about trust and development, with a lovely set of benefits in a brand-new position.

Candidates without healthcare/pharma/health-tech experience will not be considered at this time.