Senior Data Protection Officer Governance & Compliance | Hybrid working | Inside IR35 We're supporting the recruitment of an experienced Senior Data Protection Officer to join a Governance & Compliance function within a public sector organisation in Gloucestershire. This is a senior role with genuine professional accountability. You'll provide expert advice on complex data protection matters and be trusted to take strategic decisions that support lawful, ethical and proportionate use of data. Key details Rate: £32.28 per hour (umbrella) or £320 per day IR35 status: Inside IR35 Hybrid working: typically 2 days per week in the office, with flexibility for the right candidate Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Working hours generally between 8am and 6pm, arranged to suit the individual The role Acting as a senior data protection specialist within the Governance Department Being professionally accountable for strategic data protection decisions Advising senior stakeholders on complex and sensitive data protection issues Applying data protection legislation within a public sector context Essential experience Data Protection qualified Proven experience in data protection, ideally within the public sector Confidence operating at a senior level and exercising professional judgement This role will suit a data protection professional who values strong governance, sound judgement and the opportunity to operate at a strategic level within a complex public sector environment.