Overview
In this role you will lead data protection across RNLI, shaping how we manage regulatory risk and compliance during a major data transformation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate regulations into auditable processes and promote best practices in data processing. The position offers high visibility and an opportunity to influence governance in a large, regulated organisation. This hybrid role enables you to drive responsible data use while supporting innovative, efficient services that save lives at sea.
Pay / Benefits
- hybrid working
- permanent contract
- competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- joining a mission-driven organisation
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with data protection laws (GDPR) across the organization and subsidiaries
- Lead strategic data protection matters, including risk and compliance for core activities
- Develop and implement a data protection compliance framework
- Translate regulation into auditable processes and embed best practices in data processing (notably in digital supporter engagement)
- Collaborate with programme teams to drive data protection initiatives and governance
- Provide reporting and presentations on data protection-related technology and risk to stakeholders
- Support continuous improvement and transformation efforts with a privacy-by-design approach
- Operate in a high-visibility capacity, influencing decisions across the organisation
Key requirements
- Substantial knowledge of data protection law, including GDPR
- Proven track record translating regulation into auditable processes
- Ability to embed best practice in data processing in a digital context
- Experience in a large organisation with cross-functional collaboration
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills
- Effective reporting and presentation skills related to technology and data protection
- Pragmatic approach to managing programmes of work
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication
- Organisational skills
- GDPR and data protection regulatory knowledge
- Data protection impact assessments (DPIA)
- Data governance and risk management
Data Protection Officer in Poole employer: Royal National Lifeboat Institution
The RNLI is an exceptional employer, offering a fulfilling role as a Community Manager in Northern Ireland where you can make a real difference in the lives of volunteers and supporters. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, flexible working arrangements, and a competitive benefits package including generous annual leave and a pension scheme, the RNLI fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers staff to thrive. Join us in our mission to save lives at sea while enjoying opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive team environment.
Contact Details:
Royal National Lifeboat Institution Recruitment Team
