Data Protection Officer

The role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) is to ensure that the Company complies with the GDPR; to ensure that employees are fully informed of their own responsibilities for acting within the law; and that the public, including employees, are informed of their rights.

Client Details

Data Protection Officer - Legal

Set up by the government in 2015, my client inspires and prepares young people for the fast-changing world of work. Their role, to be the national network that connects schools and colleges, employers and careers programme providers to create high-impact careers opportunities for young people.

Description

Data Protection Officer - London

• Assist in the development, implementation and enforcement of a suitable and relevant Data Protection Programme (DPP) and ensure it is reviewed on an annual basis.

• Establish a Data Protection Working Group which is tasked with ensuring ongoing oversight of all privacy requirements according to the GDPR.

• Update procedures and internal guidance where necessary relating to the processing of personal information.

• Maintain a register documenting all personal information processing activities within the Company. Define and maintain information flow maps within the Company, and between the Company and its third-party partners. Establish and maintain a register of information owners for sets of information and educate the information owners on their responsibilities (what is the data, how is it used, who has access to it).

• Act as the contact point for the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

• Ensure that data protection impact assessments are performed when appropriate. Advise those performing such impact assessments as necessary.

Profile

Data protection Officer - London

• A comprehensive understanding of the practical application of relevant legislation (including GDPR) and official guidance relating to processing of personal data.
• The ability to exercise professional judgement in the processing of requests for various types of information from various sources, manage the collection of the relevant information and produce a professional response within the requirements of the relevant legislation.
• Experience in the development and implementation of transformation programmes.
• Project and/or Programme Management experience or equivalent qualification.
• Able to develop and deliver guidance, advice and training to staff about their responsibilities regarding data protection.
• Ability to work with others in a coaching style, encouraging reflection and lateral thinking to solve problems and develop plans.
• Collaborative and good at building relationships, both internally and with external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to persuade and influence a range of stakeholders and implement change.

Job Offer

Competitive package.