Data Officer

Cpl; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pro rata salary €83,000

Job summary

CPL Group in Dublin is seeking an experienced Senior Data Officer for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role concentrates on GDPR compliance, information governance, and data risk management across the organisation, with hybrid working.

The position requires a minimum of five years in data protection and a solid DP qualification. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide practical data protection guidance, support compliance initiatives, and contribute to a robust data

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a data protection, privacy, or information governance role.
• Must have day-to-day BAU DP experience of running/being a team member in a DP unit.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into actionable business advice.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to provide guidance on data risks and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a delegate for the Data Protection Officer when required.
• Advise on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Support data incident and breach management activities.
• Manage data subject rights requests.
• Assist with development, implementation, and maintenance of data protection policies and procedures.
• Maintain and update the Record of Processing Activities (ROPA).
• Manage the Data Protection mailbox and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Data protection

GDPR

Information governance

Stakeholder management

Communication

Time management

Education

Data protection qualification

Job description

Senior Data Officer: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Dublin (Hybrid) | €83,000

Salary: €83,000 per annum (pro rata)

Duration: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Location: Dublin (Hybrid Working)

Hours: 35 Hours Per Week

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

We are seeking an experienced Data Officer to join a Dublin-based organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a data protection professional to play a key role in supporting GDPR compliance, information governance, and data risk management across the organisation.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, the successful candidate will provide practical guidance on data protection matters, support compliance initiatives, and contribute to the ongoing development of a strong data governance framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to provide guidance and constructive challenge on projects and new initiatives to manage data risks and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a delegate for the Data Protection Officer (DPO) when required.
• Advise on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Support data incident and breach management activities.
• Manage data subject rights requests.
• Support file management and administrative activities.
• Maintain and update the Record of Processing Activities (ROPA).
• Manage the Data Protection mailbox and respond to day-to-day queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of data protection policies and procedures.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a data protection, privacy, or information governance role.
• Must have the day-to-day BAU pure DP experience of running/ being a team member in a DP unit
• Relevant data protection qualification.
• Strong working knowledge of GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into clear, practical business advice.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Experience identifying, assessing, and advising on data protection and information governance risks.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to problem solving and delivering outcomes.