Data Protection Officer

A forward-thinking Housing Association (not-for-profit organisation) focused on empowering individuals to achieve stability, seeks a Data Protection Officer, responsible for managing and organising the implementation of a Data Protection Strategy within the business. Joining a team of dedicated individuals, reporting directly to Senior Management your role as Data Protection Officer would be to update and maintain a data protection strategy, to protect the company, residents and employees from privacy breaches, fraud and security threats.

Offered as a permanent contract, the position of Data Protection Officer provides a competitive salary, appealing company benefits, attractive working environment, hybrid working (2 days office/3 days home) and flexi time (total working hours per week 37.5 hrs, with core hours being any time between Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm). Ideal candidate would possess expertise in Data Protection Laws and UK GDPR, knowledge of Data Security and experience in Developing Key Documentation and Policies. *Candidates will be required to undergo a DBS check.

Duties of Data Protection Officer:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant data privacy laws and requirements
  
  
• Create and oversee data protection frameworks and controls
  
  
• Foster a culture that values data governance and compliance through collaboration with colleagues
  
  
• Act as the key data protection contact for internal teams, residents, providers, external regulators and the Information Commissioner
  
  
• Process Subject Access Requests (SARS) efficiently and within required timeframes
  
  
• Develop key documentation and policies, including those related to data protection, data processing, sharing agreements and impact assessments
  
  
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure GDPR compliance
  
  
• Develop and deliver training on UK GDPR compliance requirements
  
  
• Inform and advise colleagues on their data protection obligations under UK GDPR and other relevant laws
  
  
• Support and guide colleagues in completing and maintaining critical documentation
  
  Skills/attributes required by Data Protection Officer:
  
  
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role - essential
  
  
• Accredited qualifications in data protection and risk management - essential
  
  
• Expertise in data protection laws with substantial understanding of UK GDPR
  
  
• Specific knowledge of IT, data security and processing operations
  
  
• Familiarity with risk management frameworks and systems
  
  
• Strong communication and influencing skills
  
  
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
  
  Location: Birmingham, West Midlands – Hybrid role (2 days Office/3 days Home working)
  Hours: Monday to Friday total 37.5 hours per week – Flexitime (core hours 8 am – 6 pm)
  Salary: £37,926.00 p.a.
  Benefits: Pension, Enhanced Holiday Entitlement, Family Friendly Policies, Cycle to Work, Life/Health Insurance and Discount Portal
  Contract: Permanent
  
  If you have the skills required to fulfil the role of Data Protection Officer, please APPLY TODAY