Data Protection Officer

3 days ago


Wallsend, North Tyneside, United Kingdom Department of Work & Pensions Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Protection Officer to join our Senior Leadership team at the Department of Work & Pensions. As a key member of our Security and Data Protection Directorate, you will play a critical role in ensuring the Department's compliance with data protection regulations and laws.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide expert advice on data protection risk and compliance to senior stakeholders within the Department and the Information Commissioner's Office.
  • Lead a team of Information Rights specialists in monitoring the Department's compliance with data protection obligations and raising issues, risks, and concerns.
  • Act as the first point of contact for Data Protection matters for over 20 million customers and 90,000 employees.
  • Oversee the Department's overall Freedom of Information (FOI) performance and ensure compliance with ICO expectations.
  • Develop and implement effective data protection strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
Requirements
  • Hold a recognised Data Protection qualification.
  • Experience of operating within a data protection profession in an organisation processing significant amounts of personal data.
  • Proven track record of delivering timely quality outcomes and excellent communication and influencing skills.
  • Confidence in stakeholder management and ability to explain complex issues in a clear and concise manner.
  • A law degree or professional legal qualification and/or postgraduate qualification in Information Rights.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, a broad benefits package, and a supportive work environment. Our benefits include:

  • Generous annual leave and public holidays.
  • Support for financial wellbeing, including interest-free season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme.
  • Health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and HASSRA membership.
  • Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and shared parental leave pay.

We are an inclusive and diverse environment with opportunities to join professional and interpersonal networks. If you are a motivated and experienced Data Protection professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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