Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Location: Dorset (Hybrid)

Rate: £350 (A Day)

Duration: 3 months (initially)

Working Pattern: 3-4 Days

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the organisation’s designated Data Protection Officer, maintaining independence and reporting on compliance to senior leadership
• Lead and oversee compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, FOIA, and EIR
• Provide expert, pragmatic advice on data protection, privacy, information security, and records management
• Manage data protection incidents and personal data breaches, including ICO engagement where required
• Oversee subject access requests and complex data protection queries
• Lead and advise on Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
• Embed data protection by design across strategic initiatives, including digital transformation and system change
• Contribute to governance forums and support ethical and responsible use of data and emerging technologies (including AI)
• Support and oversee freedom of information compliance alongside specialist colleagues
• Develop and deliver training and awareness to promote a strong data protection culture

Essential Experience

• Significant experience operating as a Data Protection Officer or senior data protection specialist within a large or complex organisation
• In‑depth, practical knowledge of UK GDPR, data protection legislation, and ICO guidance
• Proven experience advising senior leaders and managing regulatory risk
• Experience handling data breaches, incident management, and statutory deadlines
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across academic, professional, and technical teams

Desirable

• Experience in Higher Education, Further Education, or the public sector
• Professional or postgraduate qualification in data protection, information governance, legal, or related discipline
• Experience overseeing FOI/EIR compliance
• Experience supporting transformation, digital change, or complex system environments

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