Data Protection Executive
Department: Governance, Funding and Corporate
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Birmingham
Description
Do you want to build your expertise in Data Protection (DP) and Information Governance (IG) while supporting a busy, specialist team?
You will deliver core data protection and information governance work, supporting the Data Protection Department Leader and wider practice. You’ll play a key role in routine client matters, governance tasks and advisory work across the public sector, housing and corporate transactions.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver routine Information Governance and Data Protection (IGDP) work, including Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and governance reviews.
* Provide advice on confidentiality breaches, data breaches and Data Protection (DP) training.
* Support clients with Freedom of Information (FoI) requests and housing enquiries, including Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Support, Triage and Investigation Requests (STAIRs).
* Assist with Data Protection (DP) due diligence, warranties and data sharing documentation.
* Review responses to legal due diligence enquiries and highlight Data Protection (DP) risks.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* Knowledge of data protection and information governance.
* Strong communication and analytical skills.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy.
* Interest in supporting the public sector and housing clients.
Job Benefits
* Birmingham, located roles, we have a newly refurbished office in the City centre with an on‑site café and free use of Gym facilities.
* For Manchester vacancies, we have a City Central site, with newly refurbished facilities.
* Hybrid working.
* 25 days holiday, 2 gift days at Christmas.
* The opportunity to give back and have 3 days available for social purpose volunteering.
* All IT equipment and support for effective home working.
* An excellent development training programme and opportunities to grow sector expertise.
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