Salary: £56,000 - 85,000 per year
Requirements
- Significant experience in a senior Data Protection, Privacy or Information Rights role.
- Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR and wider data protection legislation.
- Experience supporting large-scale transformation or digital programmes.
- Proven experience working within technical environments alongside developers, engineers and data architects.
- Demonstrable experience embedding Privacy by Design into digital products and services.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including engagement with senior leadership teams.
- Ability to work effectively in ambiguous and fast-moving environments.
- Experience developing pragmatic, risk-based solutions that support delivery outcomes.
- Experience within Central Government, Civil Service or wider public sector organisations is desirable.
- Experience supporting digital product delivery teams is desirable.
- Data sharing governance experience is desirable.
- Broader understanding of information security principles is desirable.
- Microsoft 365 proficiency is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert data protection and privacy advice across large-scale digital transformation initiatives.
- Embed Privacy by Design principles into product development, technology delivery and operational processes.
- Work closely with developers, software engineers, architects and delivery teams to ensure privacy requirements are understood and implemented effectively.
- Conduct and review privacy risk assessments and advise on mitigation strategies.
- Support data sharing initiatives and ensure appropriate governance controls are in place.
- Engage confidently with senior leaders and stakeholders, presenting recommendations and risk positions clearly.
- Balance compliance obligations with delivery objectives, positioning data protection as an enabler rather than a blocker.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the wider Data Governance and Data Protection function.
- Operate independently across multiple workstreams while collaborating effectively with colleagues across the organisation.
Technologies
- Support
- Microsoft 365
- Security
- Office 365
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We are AgileSource and we are seeking experienced Data Protection Leads to join a growing Data Governance function supporting major digital transformation programmes within government. This is a highly collaborative contract role based in London, Bristol or Manchester on a hybrid basis, with a 6-month duration, an inside IR35 status and BPSS clearance required. We partner with product, engineering, architecture and business stakeholders to embed privacy-by-design principles across complex digital services and data-driven initiatives, and we offer an opportunity to work at a senior level where privacy helps enable delivery while managing risk.
last updated 36 week of 2026
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Data Protection Lead employer: AgileSource Ltd
AgileSource is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and user-centred design are at the forefront of our mission. As a Senior User Researcher, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in London, contributing to impactful public sector projects while enjoying flexible working arrangements and competitive daily rates. We prioritise employee growth through continuous learning and support, making AgileSource a rewarding place for professionals seeking meaningful contributions to digital services.
