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Data Governance Lead

Planet Pharma
City of London
1 week ago
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Role Summary

An established organisation in the life sciences sector is seeking a seasoned professional to lead its data governance and privacy strategy. This individual will serve as the designated Data Protection Officer (DPO) and Caldicott Guardian, ensuring the organisation adheres to all relevant data protection laws and standards, including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.


The role involves advising internal teams, overseeing compliance activities, and acting as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies. The successful candidate will also support certification efforts across ISO standards and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to embed a strong data governance culture.


Location: Central London


Full‑time, permanent


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expert guidance on data protection and information security obligations across the organisation.
  • Monitor and enforce compliance with data protection legislation and internal governance frameworks.
  • Maintain and evolve data protection policies and documentation.
  • Deliver training and awareness programmes to ensure staff understand their responsibilities.
  • Support teams in conducting and reviewing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
  • Lead incident response efforts related to data breaches, including reporting and post‑event analysis.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for regulatory authorities and manage responses to inspections or inquiries.
  • Oversee the handling of data subject rights requests in line with legal requirements.
  • Ensure all records and documentation related to data processing are accurate and up to date.
  • Represent the organisation in external collaborations, ensuring data protection requirements are clearly defined and upheld.

Required Experience

  • Proven track record as a nominated Data Protection Officer within a UK‑based organisation.
  • Strong understanding of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and related regulatory frameworks.
  • Experience leading ISO27001 and ISO9001 certification processes.
  • Familiarity with data protection practices in sectors such as healthcare, clinical research, or non‑profit.
  • Understanding of how information security standards intersect with privacy obligations.
  • Comfortable engaging with regulatory bodies and managing compliance programmes.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments including legal, HR, IT, and research.
  • Technological awareness to understand data flows, systems, and associated risks.

Education & Certifications

  • Degree‑level education in Law, Data Governance, Information Security, or a related discipline.
  • Desirable: Professional certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CISSP, or CISM.

Core Competencies

  • High ethical standards and ability to operate independently.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics.
  • Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving capabilities.
  • Effective project and time management skills.
  • Discretion and resilience when handling sensitive information.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams.

The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


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