IT Data Officer in Aylesbury

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the housing community? We’re on the hunt for a dedicated and enthusiastic IT Data Officer to join our amazing IT team at Fairhive!

If you enjoy helping others, working in a supportive environment, and contributing to meaningful projects, this could be the perfect role for you.

Our IT Data Officer will work with the Data Protection Officer to ensure our compliance with data protection legislation (including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018). This involves supporting the development and implementation of data protection policies, procedures, and systems, as well as undertaking data governance and administration duties required to keep personal and sensitive data secure, compliant, and accurate. The role also involves preparing data quality reporting and working with the IT Business Systems Manager on raising awareness of any data issues.

You will be responsible for:

• Processing Data Subject Access Requests, Data Sharing, and CCTV management.
• Working on Data Quality Reporting and other data-related projects.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Data Protection Officer to ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Support development and implementation of data protection policies, procedures, and systems.
• Perform data governance and administration duties to keep personal and sensitive data secure, compliant, and accurate.
• Prepare data quality reporting.
• Collaborate with the IT Business Systems Manager to raise awareness of data issues.
• Engage in other data-related projects as required.

Qualifications:

• Sound knowledge of data protection legislation and best practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organisational, time management, administrative, and prioritisation skills.
• Good IT skills, particularly in data management and security.

At Fairhive Homes, we’re driven by a simple yet powerful vision: “Homes for Living, Communities for Life.” This isn’t just what we do; it’s what we strive for every day. As a non-profit housing association, we’re dedicated to providing affordable housing to over 20,000 individuals in our community. Our residents are truly at the heart of everything we do.

We are dedicated to supporting our residents and neighbourhoods. Whether we are maintaining our high-quality homes or building new ones, our mission is to foster thriving communities where everyone feels welcome and can proudly say, 'This is my home.'

We believe that a strong community starts with quality housing, and we’re here to make that vision a reality. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career in an empowering environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.

At Fairhive, we invest in your wellbeing. You can join our Health Cash plan which enables you to claim money back against a wide range of services and treatments. We believe that flexibility fosters a more productive and enjoyable working environment. Therefore, depending on the role requirements, we offer flexible working conditions that help you balance your work and life!

You’ll be part of a mission-driven organisation that makes a tangible difference in the community, allowing you to feel fulfilled in your work every day.

Our commitment to you:

We’re focused on creating a workplace that celebrates inclusivity and diversity. We want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their true selves to work, contributing their unique perspectives and talents. We recognise that our differences are what make us stronger and are committed to having our teams reflect the diverse communities we serve. Your unique experiences and insights are exactly what we’re looking for.

We are really proud of our initiatives to become an employer of choice, whether it’s coming along to one of our Menopause Café’s, becoming one of our Neurodiversity Champions or joining one of our inclusion lunches and learn sessions. Plus, our supportive team culture and active social committee mean you’ll always have a strong network of people around you!

Ready to Apply? We understand that not every candidate will tick every box on our list. If your experience looks a bit different from what we’re looking for, but you believe you can bring something valuable to the role, we still want to hear from you!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and work in an environment that values your contributions, please apply, we can’t wait to meet you!

The closing date for applications will be 5th February 2026 but we might close it early if we find the right person before this date.