Subject Access Request (SAR) Officer

Adecco; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Subject Access Request (SAR) Officer to join the Housing Strategy, Performance and Improvement team in West London. Hybrid working: 2 days in office, 3 days remote, with initial weeks training fully office-based.

Responsibilities include managing SARs in line with UK GDPR/DP Act 2018, coordinating across departments, and ensuring timely, compliant responses. 3-month contract with ASAP start and 35-hour weeks.

Qualifications

• Experience handling Subject Access Requests and data protection processes.
• Ability to review large volumes of information accurately.
• Knowledge of UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate Subject Access Requests from receipt through to completion.
• Gather, review and collate information from multiple departments.
• Identify personal data and apply redactions per data protection rules.
• Ensure requests are processed within statutory timescales.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders for information and progress updates.
• Maintain records and audit trails of all requests and actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Discretion

Data protection

SAR knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Records management

Job description

Job Title: Subject Access Request (SAR) Officer

Location: Ealing, West London (W5 2HL), Hybrid Working - 2 days office / 3 days remote - Training fully office based (1-2 weeks)

Hourly rate £22.02 PAYE / £28.71 Umbrella per hour

Contract Length: 3 -month contract (possibility of extension)

Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 35 hours

ASAP Start

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Subject Access Request (SAR) Officer to join the Housing Strategy, Performance and Improvement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing Subject Access Requests in line with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and organisational policies, ensuring responses are accurate, compliant, and delivered within statutory deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate Subject Access Requests from receipt through to completion.
• Gather, review and collate information from multiple departments.
• Identify personal data and apply appropriate redactions in accordance with data protection legislation.
• Ensure requests are processed within statutory timescales.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to obtain information and provide progress updates.
• Maintain accurate records and audit trails of all requests and actions taken.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to accurately review large volumes of information.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, particularly relating to disclosure and redaction decisions.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience working with confidential information while maintaining professionalism and discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using case management, records management, or document management systems.
• Understanding of UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 principles.

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience handling Subject Access Requests, Freedom of Information requests, data protection, information governance, compliance, or records management activities.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service and maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.