Data Custodian

Job Title: Data Custodian Location: Remote/Hybrid – Offices in Nottingham / Livingston / St Albans Full time – Permanent Benefits: Private Healthcare, Pension, 25 days holiday rising to 30 over 5 years, Group life insurance, income protection, Gym Discounts, Free Fuel Fridays, Employee of the Quarter, Employee Referral program Are you passionate about data protection, AI, and cutting-edge technology? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where innovation meets impact? XMA is looking for a Data Custodian to join the growing security team and help shape the future of data governance and compliance. Established in the 80\’s our client has grown to become one of the top ten largest value-added resellers in the UK. Today, they are an independent UK company with full geographic coverage, and our skilled workforce serves a diverse customer base across the public and private sector. They have won awards for their ability to help organisations and users achieve more with technology. They specialise in realising individual ambitions to transform and evolve. They consult, define, adapt and deliver on real-life outcomes and collaborate closely to bring that positive impact home. About the Role As a Data Custodian, you will play a pivotal role in managing and safeguarding our data assets. You’ll work closely with Infrastructure, Security, and Compliance teams to ensure our data practices are secure, compliant, and future-ready. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in Microsoft Purview, data protection, and a keen interest in AI-driven data management. Key Responsibilities Oversee the collection, storage, and maintenance of organisational data. Implement and manage data protection policies using Microsoft Purview. Lead AI and automation initiatives to enhance data management. Provide training and support to staff on data governance best practices. Support the DPO with DSARs, data requests, and incident responses. Generate automated reports to demonstrate data protection compliance. Collaborate with our MSOC provider and internal teams to enhance security posture. Conduct regular access reviews and support change management processes. Review supplier/customer risk assessments related to data retention, masking, and anonymisation.  What We’re Looking For Essential: Proven experience with Microsoft Purview (data labelling, retention, policy implementation). Strong knowledge of ISO 27001:2022 and data protection regulations. Experience managing SharePoint and working with AI tools in data environments. Familiarity with Microsoft infrastructure (Azure, Active Directory), virtual environments, and backup solutions. Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail. Desirable: SC-401 or other specialist certifications in data management. Microsoft certifications or completed training courses. Ability to communicate technical issues to senior stakeholders in a risk-based context. We proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status or any other status protected by applicable law” We are registered Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and as such, we will ensure that individuals who have a disability are provided reasonable accommodation, to enable full participation in the job application and interview process. If you have any such requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us on our email which is (url removed) , we will be happy to action your requests. KEYWORDS: Data protection, Data compliance, Governance, AI, Information security Alternative job titles: Data Governance Analyst, Data Steward, Data Compliance Specialist, Data Protection Analyst, Data Security Officer