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Information Governance Manager and DPO

St. Pancras and Somers Town
1 month ago
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The Francis Crick have an exciting opportunity available for an Information Governance Manager and DPO to join one of the world’s leading research Institutes at a crucial time in its evolution, and play a definitive role in shaping it for the future. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £68,819-£77,994 per annum with benefits, subject to skills and experience.

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose, and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions.

The Information Governance Manager and DPO role:

The Crick is looking to recruit an Information Governance Manager and Data Protection Officer (DPO) to enhance its Data Privacy Framework and support its obligations under the UK GDPR. You will have the experience and desire to design, build and implement a new way of working to ensure both compliance and meet the needs of the Crick.

As the statutory DPO, you will monitor compliance and data practices internally to ensure the institute, complies with the applicable requirements under the UK GDPR and other relevant legislation. Building strong relationships with colleagues across the Crick will be essential to enable you to develop manage and maintain a programme for compliance with regulation and help to embed a culture of learning and improved ways of working. The DPO will also serve as the primary contact for the Information Commissioner and individuals whose data is processed by the organisation.

You will work closely with the Crick’s Risk and Compliance and, Legal and Governance teams. The Risk and Compliance team is responsible for the Crick’s Risk Management Framework, Compliance Programme, Internal Audit and Insurance.  The Legal & Governance team is a full-service function responsible for legal, contractual, regulatory and company secretarial matters. 

As an Information Governance Manager and DPO at the Crick, you will: 

Develop and implement the Crick’s Privacy Strategy including:

Reviewing and updating the programme

Developing and implementing policies and procedures

Identifying risks

Ensuring Data Compliance:

Keeping abreast of legal developments

Working with key stakeholders to review operations, projects and related data processing

Data Breach Management:

Collaborating with the Information Technology Office to maintain records of all data assets and exports and maintaining a personal data security incident management plan

Responding to and advising on data subject rights requests

As our Information Governance Manager and DPO, you will bring:

Around 7+ years’ experience as a data privacy expert. You may be a qualified lawyer.

Hold at least one data protection and/or privacy certification, such as CIPP, CIPT, CIPM, ISEB, etc. (preferred) or willingness to achieve within a short period of joining. 

A sound knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks around data (e.g., DPA 2018, PECR (E-Privacy) and GDPR regulations), as well as related governance, best processes and practice. 

A sound understanding of the legal and regulatory context in which the Crick operates, gained through experience.

Strong experience of supporting data protection compliance in practice.

Ability to think strategically, plan and deliver projects. Ability to assess complex scenarios so as to give high-quality advice and identify pragmatic solutions. 

Good interpersonal skills (e.g., tact, integrity, confidentiality, patience). Ability to build personal credibility quickly and develop and maintain effective relationships, including working with people with differing perspectives and needs. 

What will you receive?  

At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development: 

Visas: Applicants for this role will be eligible for sponsorship to work in the UK 

Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays. 

Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%. 

Health & Well-being: 

24/7 GP consultation services. 

Occupational health services and mental health support programs. 

Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans. 

Work-Life Balance: 

Back-up care for dependents. 

Childcare support allowance. 

Annual leave purchase options. 

Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.

Perks: 

Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts. 

Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction. 

Development & Recognition: Comprehensive training, mentoring, and a pay structure with performance-linked progression. 

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Information Governance Manager and DPO, please click ‘apply’ today, we’d love to hear from you!

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