At a Glance
- Tasks: Support data protection strategy and provide expert guidance on privacy best practices.
- Company: Join SNG, a leading housing association dedicated to community investment.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, flexible benefits, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on data protection while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in data protection and strong knowledge of UK GDPR required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
SNG (Sovereign Network Group) is one of the largest housing associations in England. We provide 86,000 homes and invest in communities across London, the South East, South West and East of England, as well as aiming to create thousands of new affordable homes every year.
We're looking for an experienced and proactive Deputy Data Protection Officer to join our Governance, General Counsel & Risk team and help shape the future of data protection. Working from our Basingstoke office, you'll take our hybrid approach of working from home, and in the office 2 days per week.
The role involves:
- Supporting the Head of Data Privacy (DPO) in delivering SNG's data protection and privacy strategy.
- Providing expert guidance on UK GDPR, data protection legislation, and privacy best practice.
- Leading on data protection matters, including DPIAs, compliance monitoring, breach investigations, and stakeholder advice.
- Developing and delivering privacy training, policies, procedures, and awareness programmes.
- Working closely with teams across the business to embed privacy by design and support regulatory compliance.
- Deputising for the DPO when required and contributing to reporting for senior leaders and governance committees.
- Helping lead and develop the Data Protection team, promoting continuous improvement and excellent customer service.
What we're looking for:
- Experience in a Data Protection, Privacy, Governance, Risk, or Compliance role.
- Experience supporting a Data Protection Officer or similar Data Protection Management position.
- Strong knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
- IAPP CIPP/E certification.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
- Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience conducting DPIAs and implementing privacy-focused processes.
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and support team leadership.
We have some great benefits at SNG, including:
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days).
- Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package.
- 3 additional wellbeing days and 2 paid volunteering days.
- Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay.
- Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness cover.
- Wellbeing discounts, including Gym Memberships and access to a 24/7 virtual GP service.
At Sovereign Network Group, we are passionate about inclusion for all and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG.
Deputy Data Protection Officer in Basingstoke employer: Sovereign Housing Group
Sovereign Network Group (SNG) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With a hybrid working model from our Basingstoke office, employees enjoy generous benefits such as 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, enhanced parental leave, and a matched pension scheme, all while contributing to meaningful projects that impact communities across England. Join us to be part of a team that values accountability, continuous improvement, and diversity, ensuring you can thrive in your career while making a difference.
