At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead data protection and information governance activities, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and regulatory requirements.
- Company: Join IC24, a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to innovative healthcare services.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, NHS Pension, enhanced leave, wellbeing benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid working environment with a commitment to equal opportunities and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare by ensuring data protection and governance for millions of patients.
- Qualifications: Experience in data protection, with a recognised qualification or actively working towards one.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for someone with significant experience in Data Protection, Information Governance, Freedom of Information or Cyber Security. We need someone who holds a recognised Data Protection or Information Governance qualification, or is actively working towards one, and stays current with evolving legislation, guidance and best practice. We need strong knowledge of UK GDPR, data protection legislation and information governance frameworks. Experience working within the NHS, healthcare or another highly regulated environment would be important. We need someone who can interpret complex legislation and provide practical, outcome-focused advice to colleagues and senior stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, including the ability to assess risk and make sound recommendations. We are looking for someone who builds strong working relationships and takes a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Lead information governance and data protection activity across our organisation, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR, DSPT and wider regulatory requirements.
- Lead on SARs, FOIs, DPIAs and information sharing arrangements, ensuring requests are handled efficiently and risks are identified early.
- Work closely with IT and security teams to support cyber security initiatives, incident response and organisational awareness.
- Act as a trusted advisor to colleagues and senior leaders, helping them navigate complex data protection and information governance matters.
- Use audits, reviews and compliance monitoring to identify opportunities to strengthen governance, reduce risk and improve organisational practice.
This role is based in Ashford, Kent, with hybrid working and flexibility based on service need. We offer a salary of £40,000, access to the NHS Pension Scheme, additional annual leave above the statutory minimum based on service, enhanced family leave, inclusive wellbeing benefits, an Employee Assistance Programme with free 24/7 independent counselling and occupational health services, professional development opportunities, free membership to our reward and discount platform, and access to Blue Light Card and other NHS discount schemes. We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and equal opportunities, and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.
Data Protection Manager employer: Sivara GmbH
Integrated Care 24 (IC24) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With a focus on patient-centred care, our team enjoys flexible hybrid working arrangements in Ashford, Kent, alongside competitive benefits such as enhanced family leave, access to the NHS Pension Scheme, and continuous development opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact in healthcare while enjoying a rewarding career in a dynamic environment.
