Data Protection Officer in Peterlee

Location: Peterlee with hybrid working (a minimum of 3 days per week in the office).

Are you a dedicated Data Protection professional, with the expertise and confidence to operate independently in a regulated environment? If so, this could be the next step for you. We’re looking for an experienced Data Protection Officer to provide independent oversight and expert guidance on data protection and information governance across Northgate Mobility. Reporting to our Customer Services Director, you will play a key part in ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, while supporting the business in managing privacy risks and overseeing the confidentiality, integrity, availability & value of information assets.

You’ll ensure assets are identified, recorded, risk-assessed, and managed throughout their lifecycle, in line with legal, security, and operational resilience requirements.

• Provide expert advice on data protection obligations and monitor compliance through policies, training, and audits.
• Advise on and oversee DPIAs, ensuring privacy risks are identified and mitigated.
• Act as the primary contact for the ICO, supporting regulatory engagement and supporting breach management processes and testing.
• Oversee data subject rights requests, including DSARs, ensuring timely and compliant responses.
• Maintain the Information Asset Register (IAR), ensuring assets are identified, risk assessed, and controlled.
• Oversee Records of Processing Activities (RoPA), retention schedules and privacy notices, ensuring transparency and appropriate use of lawful bases, including special category and criminal data where required.
• Support third-party data protection governance, including due diligence and contractual controls.
• Provide regular reporting and assurance to senior stakeholders and the Board.

Join Auxillis as a Data Protection Officer and enjoy some outstanding benefits… Of course, there’s a great basic salary, but that’s just the beginning, our most popular benefits include:

• Salary – From £45,000 per annum, dependent on your level of experience and specialist knowledge.
• Annual Leave – Start with 24 days, increasing to 26 days with service, plus the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 extra days each year. Of course, you’ll have public holidays too and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
• Pension – Employer contributions of 3%.
• Financial Benefits – Enjoy the security of free life assurance, a save-as-you-earn scheme, a colleague referral scheme (earning £1,000 per referral), and our Benefits App with discounts and cashback at top retailers like Tesco, Asda, Currys, B&Q, and Wickes.
• Wellbeing & Lifestyle Services – Access our colleague assistance programme with 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy plus cycle to work, eyecare vouchers, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan and Travel Insurance.
• Community & Culture – We foster a welcoming community that celebrates cultural events and holidays, making everyone feel part of our work family. Enjoy regular onsite visits from vendors, and free, secure parking for a hassle-free commute.
• Motoring Benefits – Take advantage of exclusive Colleague vehicle-leasing schemes, discounted repairs, and reduced rates on weekend car and van hires.
• Stream – A free financial wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay, helps you save, provides financial advice and offers even more discounts on your shopping.

You’ll bring extensive knowledge of UK GDPR and data protection legislation, with the confidence to apply this in a practical business context. Experience in managing or supporting data protection programmes, ideally within a complex or regulated environment. You’re able to communicate effectively with data subjects, data protection authorities and other controllers and processors across national boundaries and cultures. A good understanding of privacy and security risk assessments, with the ability to identify and address potential risks. You’re comfortable working with information systems, data flows, and security practices, with an appreciation of how technology and data protection intersect. High levels of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. You have well-developed organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. You’re proactive and self-aware, willing to challenge where needed and seek out knowledge to continuously improve. Experience working with regulators or within FCA-regulated environments would be beneficial, but not essential.

You may not know the Auxillis name, but it is likely we have helped someone you know. We are the go-to provider for bespoke accident claims and mobility services for motorists. We’re trusted by some of the UK’s best known motor insurers and motoring brands to help their customers when they need it most. We’re also part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. We are proud to have been awarded a King's Award for Enterprise in 2025, recognised for our commitment to promoting opportunity and supporting social mobility. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to support you. We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.