Data Protection Officer

Data Protection Officer

Location: Hybrid/Remote (UK-based)

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £36,500 (dependent on experience)

The Opportunity:

We are working with a specialist organisation seeking a Data Protection Consultant to join its data services function. This is a fully remote role, offering exposure to a varied client base, primarily within the education sector, and the opportunity to deliver practical, high-quality data protection advice. The role would suit a candidate with hands-on experience in UK data protection who is comfortable in a client-facing environment and enjoys advising on real-world compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day data protection advice to a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Conduct data protection compliance audits and produce clear, actionable audit reports.
• Advise on and support with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs).
• Manage and advise on data breaches, including containment, assessment, and reporting.
• Handle Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Freedom of Information matters.
• Draft, review, and update data protection policies and procedures.
• Liaise with third parties and the Information Commissioner’s Office where required.
• Deliver data protection training remotely, with occasional in-person delivery if required.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation using internal systems.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Strong working knowledge of UK data protection law and best practice.
• Experience in a data protection, compliance, or advisory role.
• Proven client-facing experience with the ability to explain complex issues clearly.
• Experience conducting audits and preparing structured written reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote working environment.

Desirable:

• Experience working with education-sector clients.
• Experience handling ICO correspondence or regulatory matters.
• Relevant data protection qualifications (e.g. GDPR Practitioner, ISEB, or equivalent).

What’s on Offer:

• 100% remote working
• Competitive salary
• Exposure to a broad and interesting client base
• Supportive and collaborative team environment