Data Protection Officer

Data Protection Officer

Full-Time 70000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Elite Finance Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead data protection initiatives and provide expert legal advice on compliance.
  • Company: Renowned British organisation with a strong focus on data privacy.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in data protection while leading a dedicated team.
  • Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with expertise in data protection and commercial contracts.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 80000 £ per year.

Data Protection Officer c £70,000- £80,000 + Bens Hybrid working minimum 2 days in the office , near Coventry We are exclusively working with a well renowned British organisation based near Coventry in the Midlands.

The organisation is now seeking to recruit a qualified lawyer with extensive Data Protection experience.

The role: You’ll be the organisation’s Data Protection Officer (DPO) and main contact for Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulation (PECR) issues for the organisation and subsidiaries.

This role combines strategic oversight with technical expertise, leading a small team responsible for delivering high quality legal and compliance advice, primarily in relation to data protection, regulatory compliance and procurement.

Requirements of the role: You’ll be a qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate and significant post-qualification experience, including strong expertise in commercial contracts, procurement and complex legal problem-solving.

With a recognised data protection or privacy qualification, you’ll bring deep knowledge of GDPR and PECR, and the confidence and experience to act as a Data Protection Officer, providing strategic oversight and ensuring robust organisational compliance.

Highly commercially aware, you’ll balance risk with business priorities while offering clear, pragmatic advice on emergin...

Data Protection Officer employer: Elite Finance Recruitment

This esteemed British organisation near Coventry offers a dynamic work environment that champions employee growth and development, particularly for those in the legal field. With a strong focus on data protection and compliance, employees benefit from hybrid working arrangements, competitive salaries, and a culture that values collaboration and innovation. Joining this team means being part of a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises both professional excellence and personal well-being.

Elite Finance Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Data Protection Officer

Data Protection Expertise
GDPR Knowledge
PECR Knowledge
Legal Compliance
Commercial Contracts
Procurement
Problem-Solving Skills