Data Protection Coordinator - 2 Year Contract in Liverpool

We're looking for a Data Protection Coordinator to join our Legal Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and detail-focused individual to support the management of data protection across the Group, helping to ensure compliance with data protection legislation and promoting the safe, secure and appropriate use of information across Torus.

As Data Protection Coordinator, you will support the Data Protection Manager and wider data protection function by providing administrative support, subject matter expertise and guidance across the organisation. You'll help manage data protection enquiries, data subject rights requests, data protection records and compliance activities, working closely with colleagues across the Group to maintain high standards of data protection and information governance. You'll play a key role in promoting awareness, supporting compliance initiatives and ensuring customer and colleague information is managed responsibly and securely.

Working Pattern:

This is an agile working role, with an expectation to attend The Observatory office in Liverpool city centre every Tuesday, as well as a minimum of two additional days per week in the office. The successful candidate must be able to work across all Torus Group offices as required to meet business needs. Flexibility will be required to support the demands of the role and the wider business.

What you'll be doing:

• Manage incoming data protection correspondence and enquiries, providing advice and guidance on routine data protection matters.
• Coordinate and manage Data Subject Rights requests, including data gathering, redaction, secure disclosure and system updates.
• Conduct data searches across the Group and support responses to information requests and data sharing enquiries.
• Maintain accurate records of data protection incidents, rights requests and supporting documentation.
• Support the maintenance of Records of Processing Activities (RoPA) and data protection registers.
• Assist with the management and resolution of data protection concerns, including breach investigations and compliance monitoring.
• Support the implementation of Data Protection Officer initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Prioritise workload effectively to ensure deadlines and statutory requirements are achieved.
• Deliver training and awareness sessions to help improve understanding of data protection requirements across the Group.
• Provide administrative and operational support for data protection compliance activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across services to promote best practice and consistent approaches to data protection.
• Undertake ongoing learning and development to maintain and enhance knowledge of data protection legislation and best practice.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, health and safety and the safe use of customer data across the Group.

What we're looking for:

• A good standard of education, including GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
• A Data Protection qualification or certificate, or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience working in a busy office environment undertaking administrative and clerical duties.
• Understanding of data protection legislation and experience of managing Data Subject Access Requests.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high levels of accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
• Experience of using eDiscovery tools and OneTrust would be advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage competing demands.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional and confident approach when dealing with colleagues and customers.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams to achieve shared objectives.
• A proactive, resilient and self-motivated approach, with a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Interview process:

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person interview at our Liverpool City Centre Office, week commencing 30th November 2026.

Additional Information:

Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:

• Right to work verification.
• Qualification certificate check (where applicable).
• Two satisfactory references.
• Occupational Health questionnaire.
• DBS check if applicable (Standard/Enhanced).
• Completion of all new starter documentation, including signed terms and conditions.

Please note, we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.