At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in ensuring data protection compliance and managing information governance.
- Company: Join a supportive local authority in the Midlands with a focus on inclusivity.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, fully remote work, and potential long-term position.
- Other info: Flexible working options available; ideal for those passionate about privacy and compliance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in data protection while leading a dedicated team.
- Qualifications: Experience in data protection and team management; knowledge of GDPR is essential.
Sellick Partnership is delighted to be supporting a local authority in the Midlands with the recruitment of a locum Data Protection Officer and Team Leader. The role can be worked on an entirely remote working basis and is likely to be a long-term locum position.
The Data Protection Officer and Team Leader role will be responsible for matters including, but not limited to:
- Statutory Data Protection Officer
- Managing Information Governance Team, made up of 5 officers
- Managing the Social Care Data Protection team, made up of 5 officers
- Advising the senior management and staff on data protection obligations, risks, and best practices
- Conducting and reviewing Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and other risk assessments
- Monitoring compliance with data protection laws and internal policies through audits and regular reviews
- Acting as the primary point of contact for supervisory authorities (e.g. the ICO) and managing communications with regulators, senior executives and politicians
The current post holder is also a qualified Solicitor; whilst this is not a requirement of the post, it would be beneficial. They are ideally looking for someone who can work on a full-time basis but 4 days would be considered.
Other experience and qualifications:
- Experience managing information governance officers
- Expert knowledge of UK GDPR, EU GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, PECR, and wider global privacy regulations
- Demonstrable experience in a senior data protection, privacy, compliance, or legal role, ideally in a public sector organisation
If you would be interested in getting more information, please contact Sara Robinson in our Manchester office.
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Contact Details:
Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector Recruitment Team
