Senior Data Protection & Governance Lead, DPO Delegate

Morgan McKinley; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking an experienced data protection professional for a public sector organisation in Dublin. The role is full-time for 12 months, with a requirement to attend the office at least two days per week.

You will report to the Head of Corporate Affairs and guide data protection and regulatory governance across the portfolio, acting as a delegate for the DPO and delivering practical advice on DPIAs, data breach responses, ROPA, and data subject rights.

Qualifications

• A third-level qualification (NFQ Level 8 or above) in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of five years' experience in a data protection role.
• Relevant data protection qualification.
• Excellent understanding of GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical and clear advice.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Data protection

GDPR knowledge

Regulatory governance

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

DPIA guidance

Education

NFQ Level 8 qualification

Job description

Morgan McKinley is seeking an experienced data protection professional for a public sector organisation in Dublin. The role is full-time for 12 months, with a requirement to attend the office at least two days per week.

You will report to the Head of Corporate Affairs and guide data protection and regulatory governance across the portfolio, acting as a delegate for the DPO and delivering practical advice on DPIAs, data breach responses, ROPA, and data subject rights.