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Data Protection Officer
Job summary
A recruitment agency seeks a Data Protection Officer for a 3-month contract in Northampton. The role involves managing GDPR compliance, particularly handling Subject Access Requests. Candidates should have proven experience in data protection regulations and familiarity with ISMS frameworks. This position requires onsite presence two days a week.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Proven experience managing GDPR-related activities, especially actioning Subject Access Requests.
- Hands-on experience working within an ISMS framework, ideally in environments aligned to ISO 27001.
Responsibilities
- Act as the main point of contact for Subject Access Requests and other GDPR-related requests.
- Support the ongoing maintenance of the Information Security Management System (ISMS).
- Conduct regular checks on security policies and processes.
Skills
My Customer is seeking a detail–oriented and proactive Data Protection Officer to join their team. This role focuses on two critical areas: operational support for GDPR compliance, particularly handling Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), and ensuring day–to–day adherence to their Information Security Management System (ISMS).
- Act as the main point of contact for receiving, investigating, and responding to Subject Access Requests (SARs) and other GDPR–related requests.
- Liaise with internal teams to gather the required data, ensure accuracy, and meet legal timeframes.
- Maintain clear records of request handling in line with regulatory and audit requirements.
- Provide input on GDPR matters where necessary, without being responsible for policy creation or process design.
- Support the ongoing maintenance of the Information Security Management System (ISMS).
- Conduct regular checks and reviews to confirm that existing security policies and processes are being followed.
- Identify gaps in compliance and follow up with internal stakeholders to ensure corrective actions are taken.
- Assist with evidence gathering and tracking actions for internal audits and external certification reviews (e.g., ISO 27001).
- Proven experience managing GDPR–related activities, especially actioning Subject Access Requests.
- Familiarity with data protection regulations and handling sensitive information securely.
- Hands–on experience working within an ISMS framework, ideally in environments aligned to ISO 27001.
- A methodical and structured approach to compliance verification and policy adherence.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to follow up effectively with stakeholders.
The Data Protection Officer is required onsite in Northampton, 2 days per week.
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