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Areas | GDPR Compliance, Policy Development, Risk Management
Based | Home-based (UK) with occasional travel
We’re working with a nationally recognised non-profit organisation that’s hiring a Data Protection Manager to lead on all things data compliance. If you’re passionate about privacy and ready to shape the data protection landscape of a purposeful organisation, this could be the perfect next step.
You’ll be the go-to expert on data protection, overseeing compliance with UK GDPR and DPA 2018, advising on risk, and ensuring the organisation’s policies, procedures, and practices remain top-tier.
As the Data Protection Manager, you will:
- Own and maintain organisation-wide data protection policies and frameworks
- Provide expert advice on individual rights, breaches, sharing, and DPIAs
- Lead internal audits and ensure cross-team collaboration on data compliance
- Deliver engaging training and awareness programmes to promote a privacy-first culture
- Monitor evolving legislation, case law, and industry best practice
- Support new and ongoing projects with strong data protection governance
- Partner with IT and Legal to drive risk mitigation and continuous improvement
What we’re looking for:
- 5+ years’ experience applying data protection laws in complex environments
- In-depth understanding of UK GDPR, DPA 2018, PECR and related compliance frameworks
- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organisation-wide accountability
- Strong communication and policy-writing skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Relevant qualifications (CIPP/E or similar strongly preferred)
- Familiarity with privacy tools, DPIAs, and internal audit practices
- Previous experience in the education, non-profit or public sector is a plus
This is a full-time, remote-first role with the opportunity to make a strategic and lasting impact.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
General Business, Legal, and Management
Industries
Non-profit Organizations and Education Administration Programs
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